July 2009
"Drinks That Reflect Personality" sent in by reader Joan H.
Before you order a drink in public, you should read this! Seven New York City bartenders were asked if they could ‘nail’ a woman’s personality based on what she drinks. Though interviewed separately, they concurred on almost all counts. The results: PART A: WOMEN-DRINKS, WHO THEY ARE, & YOU! Drink: Beer Personality: Casual, low-maintenance; down…
Rusty Wine 102: Oak Barrels for Wine Making
The use and influence of oak barrels on wine is very unique and a lot more complex than one can imagine. Not only does the chemistry of the wood influence the wine, but also the structural design of the oak barrel. In this article, I will try to approach how oak barrels influence the wines…
Explaining WSET
The WSET Level 3 Advanced qualification is intended to provide in-depth knowledge of a wide range of wines and spirits and is open to students who hold the WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate or can demonstrate knowledge at the Intermediate Level through completion of equivalent courses or sufficient wine trade experience. The course covers wines…
A POUR FOR THE CAUSE: The Panoramic Edition
Sip – Socialize – Support Sample some outstanding boutique wines from Vino 100. Enjoy enticing edibles from Buca di Beppo. Take in the panoramic views from atop the Sky Tower at Magic Mountain. All while joining the Michael Hoefflin Foundation’s efforts to help our community support children with cancer. Date: Thursday, August 20th, 2009Time: 5:00…
Buongiorno
I know. I’ve been back for 2 days and you winos are driving me crazy with questions about the 18 days I spent frolicking in the Wine Mother Load of Italy. Read my brother’s story on Aperol Spritzers a couple posts down for a good start. He summed it up very well but here you…
Michael Perlis: Napa Trip
Not long ago, my wife Karen had the opportunity to attend a seminar in Napa. Well, as a big wine fan, it was hard to pass up a trip to the “Mother Land” of California wine. But what is a Zin [and Syrah and Petite Syrah] Fan going to do in Cab Country? Well, with…
Enjoying the local wines off the Costa Brava, Spain
Vineyard and olive groves paint the rocky coast of the Spanish Mediterranean. And when the weather gets warm the locals cool down with home made Sangria. After our first sip, my husband and I were instantly refreshed, and we both agreed, well chilled Sangria is the perfect summer party refreshment. It is also the perfect…
While the cat’s away….
My sister is Eve, the regular author of this blog, and she’s given me password access to the blog to monitor things while she’s in Italy. Bwahaha (sinister laugh). First, note the picture to the left of her and me as kids. This is to prove to you, if you can detect the resemblance between…
Winemakers Magazine Wine Making Conference
Hello Eve, We just got back from the Winemakers Magazine wine making conference. Four wonderful days in Napa – and lots of great information on viticulture and wine making. Plus lots of tasting-not just Napa wines but wines from all over. 4,474 entries in this year’s competition. The highlight is the Friday night wine swap…