It’s been no secret that we’ve been fans and mailing list members of Turley Wine Cellars for a very long time. They are definitely one of the wineries that have put Zinfandel on the map, along with their masterful versions of Petite Syrah (don’t blame me for the spelling!) and a few others. We always…
NAPA VALLEY, Calif., /PRNewswire/ — Greeks & Grapes: A Napa Affair, a sophisticated four-day celebration of Black culture, Divine Nine legacy, and elegance, is set to debut August 7–10, 2025, at The Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa Valley. Created by entrepreneur and community leader Marlon L. McWilson, Founder and CEO of Greeks & Grapes, the event invites…
You may recall that a couple of days before our visit to Ridge Lytton Springs, Joel Peterson of Once & Future Wines had opened a bottle for us of the Ravenswood Belloni Zinfandel from 1993. Much to our surprise, Shauna shared barrel samples with us of the 2024 Belloni Zinfandel. Quite the coincidence! Even in…
When we asked Emily Rasmussen of the Historic Vineyard Society for her suggestions of other wineries to visit in Sonoma County, especially in the Dry Creek and Russian River Valleys, she listed a few for us. One that got our attention was Nalle. Driving Northwest on Dry Creek Road, the sign for the winery might…
Now seasoned Las Vegas convention-goers we only attend the very best – one of which is the annual Bar and Restaurant Expo. Over the years it’s expanded to include large sections just for tea from around the world, showcases for Japan and Italy, as well as competitions, awards, classes and of course a floor filled…
ST. LOUIS, /PRNewswire/ — Bardstown, Kentucky-based Lux Row Distillers is expanding its Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey family with the national release of Lux Row Small Batch PX Sherry Cask Finish. The new release is crafted from small batches of 4-year-old ryed straight Kentucky bourbon finished for six months in casks that held PX Sherry, an intensely rich and sweet wine…
We’ve been fans of wines made from the Dusi vineyards in Paso Robles for many years, perhaps almost as long as we’ve been fans of wine. Wineries like Ridge and Turley, among others, have always made special wines from these amazing vineyards. We were very excited when Janell Dusi started her own winery, J Dusi…
Two barrels of Bourgogne Côte d’Or Chardonnay “Secret de Famille,” vintage 2024, set sail aboard the cargo ship Grain de Sail II. One of the first wine houses to take the plunge, Albert Bichot ventures into a unique sensory expedition, with mineral and saline notes. Saint-Malo, January 16, 2025Firmly moored to the deck, the two 228-liter…
I was recently offered four wines for review – all of which I had never sampled before. Because of this I jumped at the chance to try a new-to-me Malbec blend from Argentina, two non-vintage Champagnes from France and a Cream Sherry from Spain. I received the technical sheets and some information on each winery,…
Viarae is the groundbreaking collaboration between GALLO and award-winning actress and producer Issa Rae HEALDSBURG, Calif./PRNewswire/ — Viarae Prosecco is being recognized as Innovator of the Year by Wine Enthusiast for their 25th Annual Wine Star Awards. Viarae is a partnership between Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated actress, producer and entrepreneur Issa Rae and GALLO, the world’s leading family-owned wine…