Knew that would get your attention! Now, stop reading right this second if you think there are such things as free wine events. Nonsense. At least there are none for you. On the other hand, and that would be my other hand, there are plenty for moi. In seeking a career as a wine writer…
Organized by Jennifer and Kevin Kelley, the Natural Process Alliance (NPA) is dedicated to responsible farming, minimalistic winemaking and transparency for consumers by using stainless steel refillable bottles to bring white wine to restaurants. Which led to my three questions: Why stainless steel, why only local, and any reds on the horizon? Hi Eve, Thank…
Donelan Family Wines http://www.donelanwines.com How do you choose which winery to visit? Do you love the scenic beauty of sprawling vineyards? Or the majesty of a stunningly constructed chateau? Or, like me, have you decided that the only important thing is the wine itself? Which is why, on a Wednesday morning in Sonoma County where…
CARMEL VALLEY, CA — The estate wines of Holman Ranch include: Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Rosé of Pinot Noir. Holman Ranch’s 21 acres of vineyards lie between 950 and 1150 feet in elevation. The root stocks and soils are most important in producing excellent fruit from the vineyards. The surrounding Santa…
I’ve been revisiting Le Chene a lot lately. Well, to be exact, I’ve been revisiting the bar at Le Chene a lot lately because I found out that their happy hour (4:30-7pm Sunday through Friday) not only included 25% off the bar menu, the Candy Menor Tropical Drink Menu, wines by the glass and by…
Wine Cellar Emergency – Solved! The Cellar Manager, LLC http://thecellarmanager.com Recently, I’ve been writing quite a bit about passion for wine. Often, those of us who have this passion direct it towards collecting (and drinking) great bottles, working in the wine trade, or writing about our experiences. Some, a chosen few, take it to the…
Thousand Oaks, Calif.– Wines and Jazz lovers from throughout the region will gather in Thousand Oaks on May 18th for the 3rd Annual California Jazz & Wine Fest, set for Sunday, May 18, 2014 at Conejo Creek Park North (1379 East Janss Road) in Thousand Oaks. Presented by the Rotary Club of Westlake Village Sunrise, the…
I’ve been an Alan Rickman fan from Sense and Sensibility (chick flick) to Galaxy Quest (guy flick). I’ve been a wine fan even longer. Both were definitely working for me before I even stepped into Vino 100 this last Friday night for a special screening of the movie Bottle Shock. Bottle Shock tells the story…
Getting ready hours ahead for a single malt Scotch tasting, I was pleased with how nice our dining room looked. The table glittered with blond and golden hues as the bottles were set out and anxious to be enjoyed. Spring water was at each place setting for the “aroma dilute”. My husband Eddie had made…
The Straight Up Texas International Spirits Competition, the first event of its kind in Texas, will take place February 19, 2014, at the Irving Convention Center. The event is inspired by the success of The Dallas Morning News TEXSOM Wine Competition, now in its 30th year. “We are responding to the amazing growth in the…