Blanche DuBois in Tennessee Williams’ A Streetcar Named Desire proclaimed, “I have always depended upon the generosity of strangers.” If you’ve lived long in the SCV, then you know we’ve got our own unique selection of strangers, some more so than others. Some are simply strange, some seem menacing, some are clueless. But I’ve also…
Grape of the Night explored a varietal that originated in Spain. In fact, it is known as the native or noble grape of Spain. That grape is Tempranillo. This varietal originated in Spain and was believed to be related to Pinot Noir, however, ampelographic studies have shown this not to be the case. This wine…
(San Luis Obispo County, CA) – This year’s Sunset SAVOR the Central Coast – the West Coast’s premier wine and food event – promises to be bigger and better than before, with chances to meet some of the nation’s hottest celebrity chefs and winemakers, and dive into more travel and adventure. Taking place Sept. 26-29…
48 garagiste winemakers – 50% pouring for first time – at third annual festival in Paso Robles The Garagiste Festival has unveiled the line up for the third annual Garagiste Festival to be held in Paso Robles November 7 th, 8th, 9th and 10th. Over 48 garagiste* winemakers are scheduled to pour at the festival,…
There are times that I wish I was not so technical but I am what I am, the plague of being a rocket scientist for 30 years I guess. Recently I wrote an article on corks where I covered the proper way for a server to place a cork to the right of the patron…
Serves: 4 people Prep Time: 15 min/ Cooking time 35 min Ingredients *Ingredients in bold italics are available for purchase at Vina Robles or at humblebumble.com & cahootscatering.com 2 racks Pork ribs, St. Louis style cut 2 tbsp Olive oil 3 tbsp “Cahoots house rub” BBQ seasoning 1 tsp each dried oregano & dried basil…
When we moved to the Santa Clarita Valley in 1992, we had already gotten pretty interested in wine, having started several years earlier visiting some of the better known California wine regions. Even when we lived in Texas in the mid-80s, we managed to keep our wine passion alive with frequent visits to California, along…
As I continue through my education of wine it is quite evident that I will probably never reach the end of my quest. I constantly read and write to satisfy my thirst for knowledge on this subject and realize that I should have started 40 years ago. The good thing is that the quest has…
July 12, 2013 (Paso Robles, CA) – Harvest Wine Weekend in Paso Robles Wine Country is the ideal time for locals and visitors alike to join vintners as they take a break during their busy season to celebrate the beginning of the new vintage. Harvest Wine Weekend 2013 will take place October 18 – 20,…
This is Part 2 of last week’s Rhone Ranger article. One can never taste everything. Of what I sampled, the wines that really stood out for me at this event were: ANDREW MURRAY VINEYARDS LOS OLIVOS, CA www.andrewmurrayvineyards.com One of my early favorites from Santa Barbara County, still going strong. 2011 Syrah, Watch Hill Vineyard…