Chardonnay is one of the most versatile white wines out there, and I had the chance to dive into its many expressions during my recent appearance on KSEE, the NBC affiliate in Fresno! From the bright, citrusy notes of cool-climate, unoaked styles to the rich, buttery textures of warm-climate, oaked versions, we explored how location…
If you missed part one of my Sicilia En Primeur please click here. After the individual group explorations and the wonderful welcome party, we returned to our hotel to rest up for the long day ahead. Bright and early we boarded a bus to Modica, a charming town known for its baroque architecture and rich…
Earlier this month, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the 21st Sicilia En Primeur, a press event sponsored by Assovini that allowed me to explore not only the terroir of the region, but the opportunity to taste over 300 wines. Over the course of the week, I was immersed in the rich culture, history,…
Chardonnay, everyone has heard of Chardonnay and is known for its love/hate relationship. The grape’s history can be traced to Burgundy, France. It is considered a noble grape (the others include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling) and was “born” through a natural crossing between Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc. Known as…
Are you familiar with the classic showdown “Who Wore It Better?” This is where celebrities go head-to-head, sporting the same outfit to see who styled it best. But I thought, why should fashion have all the fun? (especially since I’m not all into fashion) I decided to take that concept into the wine world by pairing…
Viognier is a grape with a remarkable history of survival and resurrection. Once on the brink of extinction, this aromatic and expressive white wine has overcome devastating challenges, from the phylloxera epidemic of the 19th century to its near disappearance after World War II. Thanks to the dedication of vintners worldwide, Viognier has made a…
Welcome to our latest installment of #WinephabetStreet brought to you by Dracaena Wines and Trio North Wildwood. In this series, Debbie Gioquindo and I work our way through the wine world one letter each month. We discuss the characteristics and history of the grape, as well as suggested wine pairings. So uncork, unscrew or saber…
In my latest Exploring the Wine Glass TV segment, I discuss four women winemakers in downtown Paso Robles. (You may recognize one of them!) As a follow-up to our discussion on the history of women in wine, this episode highlights the passion, challenges, and successes of women shaping the region’s wine scene today. Watch the…
As of 2025, according to winefolly.com, the United States has over 11,000 wineries with California holding the number one state spot with more than 4,700. Paso Robles accounts for about 300 of those and downtown has twenty nine within a four block radius. Paving the Way Hannah Weinberger is the first recognized woman winemaker in…
Christmas for us is all about a slow, relaxing start before diving into a day filled with great wine. We begin with sparkling, transition to rosé, then white, and finally, red. Instead of a big holiday meal, we prefer to graze on appetizers throughout the day. When it was time for the red wine “course,”…
