Legend has it that the Greek God of Wine, Dionysus (who was initially a Thracian god) was born in Romania. It is no surprise that in antiquity, Plato himself, declared the vineyards of Getae (Romania, as it was known to the ancient Greeks) to be the best in the world. Once the Romans came on…
Janell and Dante Dusi This year has been good to me. I have great friends that I share my passion of wines as well as new wineries that I have come to feel close to as if I am part of their family. One such winery is Daou, which I have written many articles…
Guarachi Family Wines Completes Purchase of Sun Chase Vineyard in Sonoma County Guarachi Family Wines is pleased to announce the purchase of their first estate, Sun Chase Vineyard, within the Sonoma Coast AVA and Petaluma Wind Gap. With the acquisition of Sun Chase, Guarachi Family Wines is able to continue to build their highly…
J Dusi Wines www.jdusiwines.com My most recent visit with Janell Dusi was somewhat bittersweet, although definitely more sweet than bitter. Let me explain… I first met Janell Dusi a few years ago. At the time, the vintners association from Paso Robles had taken their show on the road, and held a tasting event in Santa…
The difference between a large wine tasting event and a small one should be fairly obvious to a wine 101er. However, at the latest incarnation of Pinot Days, an event where only wines made from the Pinot Noir grape are offered, we enjoyed a mid-sized tasting that incorporated the best of both worlds, satisfying every…
In November of 2012, George Washington’s fabled Mt. Vernon Distillery was reopened. Today a meticulous recipe of the popular 1799 blend by our first president, is taking the rye whiskey market by storm. I have it on good authority that the president’s whiskey was not only the rage of the day, it made Mr. Washington…
With the finishing touches wrapping up on the owners’ library, tasting room, outdoor fireplaces and courtyard, the excitement at Law Estate Wines’ is uncontainable, knowing that they may now begin to share it with the public. All tastings are currently by appointment for an experience that truly affords a sense of place for their wines. Reservations can be…
Law Estate Wines www.lawestatewines.com We first tasted the wines from Law Estate at the Ojai Wine Festival last Summer and were immediately blown away by their quality. We knew we had to visit them on our next trip to Paso Robles. Although the tasting room is not yet open, we had the opportunity to visit…
Turley Wine Cellars www.turleywinecellars.com Report from the 11/9/13 Pick Up Party One of the benefits of getting an allocation from Turley Wine Cellars, whether you buy a lot or a little, is you have the option of having your wine shipped to you or picking it up at their semi-annual Pick Up Party. When at…
The Fifth Annual Berkeley Wine Festival Features Dinner Series with Frog’s Leap Winery, Kenwood Vineyards, Chimney Vineyards and a Grand Opening Reception With Over 45 Wines Now in its fifth year, the acclaimed Berkeley Wine Festival held at The Claremont Hotel Club & Spa, will kick off with a Grand Opening Reception on Saturday, March 1 from 4-8 p.m., where…