If stored properly, wines age nicely- yielding results that are both memorable and savory. The same should be said for houses. If aged well (kept up properly), the result should lend to a beautiful home with personality and curb appeal. Unfortunately, when it comes to houses and wine, this ideal situation is just that -… Continue reading Searching for a Home is a lot like Critiquing a Wine
Category: Tasting Wine
Dining My Way Through Las Vegas
I recently came back from a 5-day long trip to Las Vegas. I am not a huge gambler (a few penny slots is all I can handle) and I am not a huge drinker, so I decided the best way to explore Las Vegas was to dine at the different restaurants. Being a fan of the… Continue reading Dining My Way Through Las Vegas
The Top 5 Things I Learned From My First Video Blog
My brother and I want to take our blogging in a new direction this year, including using video blogs. And since we live in two different cities, we plan on using technology to our advantage and taste wine together online. Let's just say, video blogging is a lot harder than it looks. Our thought: split screen… Continue reading The Top 5 Things I Learned From My First Video Blog
Chicken Spiedini, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and a little Treveri to ring in the New Year
Continuing my virtual journey through Italy, I incorporated a little bit of Italian cuisine into our holiday meal. One of my favorite meals that my husband prepares is Chicken Spiedini, which hails from the Garozzo's in Kansas City (and the Abruzzo region in Italy) Spiedini basically means "skewered meat" and while it can be prepared… Continue reading Chicken Spiedini, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo and a little Treveri to ring in the New Year
Wine is my Zen
Life is pretty fast paced and demanding and it can be hard to slow down. At some points in my day, I am so distracted, trying too hard to get too much done at once, I am not even smelling or tasting. I am plowing through my day, focused on getting to the next task.… Continue reading Wine is my Zen
The Importance of Making Bad Wine Pairings
We have all been there - standing in the wine aisle at the grocery store, hoping the perfect wine will just jump into the cart. Meanwhile, the minutes are ticking away, dinner needs to get cooked. Giving into the pressure and confusion, you reach for the mid-priced wine with the interesting label and hope that you… Continue reading The Importance of Making Bad Wine Pairings
Fall Wine Classic: Chappellet, Piccini Memoro and Campo Al Mare
The cooler weather and shorter days are a sure sign fall is here. To me, this means it is time for something a little heartier on the menu and in the glass. A recent shipment from Wine Chateau brought me three great wines, a fall classic of sorts. My selection included a bottle of Chappellet… Continue reading Fall Wine Classic: Chappellet, Piccini Memoro and Campo Al Mare
Oregon Pinot Noir and My Return to Rex Hill Winery
It started with a piece of salmon and the search the perfect pairing. And that was when I found my bottle of Rex Hill Reserve Willamette Valley 2008 Pinot Noir. A beautiful garnet colored wine, it looked beautiful in my wine decanter. It had a nose of tart cherries, tannins, black pepper and a hint of citrus. And… Continue reading Oregon Pinot Noir and My Return to Rex Hill Winery
Lunch at the Purple Cafe and Wine Bar in Seattle – Good Food and Wine
My brother, Seth and I decided to treat ourselves to a lunch and a glass of wine. After all, we have been working pretty hard lately and a little treat was much-needed. We chose Purple Café & Wine bar - a restaurant here in Seattle known for its healthy wine list. Purple Café has a few… Continue reading Lunch at the Purple Cafe and Wine Bar in Seattle – Good Food and Wine
Moscato and Jenga
I am now beginning to understand the popularity of Moscato. It is sweet but not syrup-sweet, it is cold and delicious. I discovered this when I bought a bottle of Bellafina Moscato. I mostly bought it because it was pink, and it was hot outside. A cold pink drink sounded good at the time. And the… Continue reading Moscato and Jenga
The Splendid Grape 