Sometimes, a glass of wine is all that is needed to cure a bad day. Not to long ago, I had a pretty ferocious day at work. On top of that, it was hot outside. And while I don't want to complain about having a sunny day (we never get enough sun here in Seattle),… Continue reading Alianca Vinho Verde from Portugal
Category: Tasting Wine
Tasting of Benziger Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau de Berne Rose & Villa Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
I recently received three great bottles of wine from Wine Chateau. Wine Chateau is an online (and brick & mortar) wine retailer that offers an extraordinary selection of wines and spirits. They also offer wines that are hard to find in store. I am quite impressed by their selection - and the reasonable prices -… Continue reading Tasting of Benziger Sauvignon Blanc, Chateau de Berne Rose & Villa Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
Champagne Taste-Off: Champagne vs. Methode Champenoise
Over the past few months, I have learned quite a bit about my favorite wine - Champagne. I know that Champagne is only Champagne if from Champagne, France, and I recently learned about Growers Champagne - those wineries that grow their own grapes for their Champagne. I was recently introduced to Methode Champenoise - basically… Continue reading Champagne Taste-Off: Champagne vs. Methode Champenoise
Loire Valley Dessert Wine, Grains Nobles
I recently opened a bottle of 2003 Philippe Delesvaux "Grains Nobles". The wine is from the Loire Valley and the wine maker, Philippe Delesvaux pours his heart and soul into his wine. The grapes he used for this wine, Chenin Blanc, are hand-picked and averaging 40 years of age, planted to soils containing sedimentary rock, slate… Continue reading Loire Valley Dessert Wine, Grains Nobles
Cava, The Penedes Region of Spain and Birthday Cake
I am back on my global wine trail. After many, many weeks of battling colds at my house, I finally feel re-energized (and can smell and taste) and ready to continue my journey through Spain. Last weekend was also my birthday - but I figured I would just make this whole month a celebration! And… Continue reading Cava, The Penedes Region of Spain and Birthday Cake
Chateau Clerc Milon and Chateau de La Dauphine Bordeaux and Steak with Bordelaise – Bon Appetit
I left the Beaujolais province and headed to Bordeaux. The one thing that excited me most about the Bordeaux region was the dessert. One of my favorite cookies, coconut macaroons (or rocher coco) are native to this region. I love coconut macaroons. They are chewy, sweet and delicious. And if you have one that is… Continue reading Chateau Clerc Milon and Chateau de La Dauphine Bordeaux and Steak with Bordelaise – Bon Appetit
A Tasting Flight of Three Syrah: Two Hands, Sequel & Yann Chave
I was recently able to take part in a tasting flight of three different Syrah (well, one Shiraz and two Syrah, but they are all the same). With the fall setting in and steak on the grill, the three reds were the ideal pairing. The flight included the following: Two Hands 2009 Shiraz. A pretty… Continue reading A Tasting Flight of Three Syrah: Two Hands, Sequel & Yann Chave
Gruet Brut Rosé, Good Friends and Good Food at Smash Wine
I recently met a few good friends at Smash Wine for a ladies night. All three of us have children ages 5 and under, so it was quite the treat to get out of the house. Smash Wine not only offers a nice selection of wines, but they also offer flights. So, I decided to… Continue reading Gruet Brut Rosé, Good Friends and Good Food at Smash Wine
Bartholomew Winery Visit and Tasting
Bartholomew Winery is located in Seattle, WA in the Old Rainier Brewery. There is a South Seattle Artisan Wine movement and part of me wanted to experience artisan wine and part of me wanted to check out the historic landmark. The tasting room is open every Saturday and Sunday from Noon - 5pm, and was… Continue reading Bartholomew Winery Visit and Tasting
Abel Clement Rose: Let Rosé Season Commence!
Rosé is a good warm weather wine. Since it is served cold, it is refreshing, but not too sweet. A nice combination of red and white wines. This summer, I have decided to make a point of trying many different Rosé's. Mother's Day weekend in Seattle was beautiful and warm. It was the perfect excuse… Continue reading Abel Clement Rose: Let Rosé Season Commence!
The Splendid Grape 