The wine industry is in trouble. Yes, it’s a rollercoaster; what goes up must come down and vice versa. But right now, we are sitting in the lull. We are all strapped into that fiberglass shell of a seat, listening to the agonizing clink-clink-clink of the chain lift working to get us to the top…
We’ve all been sold the fantasy. Wine… Chocolate… Romance… dim lighting. Maybe Barry White playing in the background reminding us that love ain’t always simple. And honestly? He’s right. Wine and chocolate sound like the ultimate power couple. But while they can be magic together, this pairing isn’t always effortless. In fact, sometimes it’s downright…
The Foreword: Setting the Scene Have you ever found yourself wandering the wine aisle, overwhelmed by enormous choices? What finally makes you reach out and grab that specific bottle? More often than not, it’s the label. That small piece of paper is a storyteller, a legal document, and a silent salesperson all rolled into one. Of…
A Season of Renewal Cool mornings and gradually warming days set the stage for the rolling fog that drifts through the vineyards of Paso Robles. Influenced by the nearby Pacific Ocean, this fog plays an important role in shaping both the vineyard environment and the quality of the fruit. Along with gentle spring rains, it…
Sparkling wine is definitely becoming the “in thing!” It is no longer relegated to celebrations. Instead, every day is a celebration and everything is better with bubbles! On my recent visit to Your Central Valley, we discuss all things that Sparkle and the differences between them. Wines Tasted: Tank Garage Treana Hoyt Family Vineyards ~Slàinte! …
Posting this a bit late. I had the pleasure of returning to Your Central Valley to discuss holiday wines. The tips and tricks to making it through a holiday meal. I hope you enjoy… It may be past the “holiday season” but there are always big dinners ahead. Wines tasted: Derby Wine Estates Petit Verdot…
January is the time of year where many people start to focus on their health. They join gyms, they purchase exercise equipment, they watch their diet….. and statistics show that most people abandon New Year’s resolutions quickly, with figures like 80-88% failing by mid-January (“Quitters’ Day”), 43% by the end of January/early February, and only…
To my partner in wine, I have a theory that the best wines are the ones that feel like a secret shared between friends. I recently came across a project called From Brent, and the name alone tells you exactly what you’re getting. We’re not talking big guys, no corporation take over or executive boardroom…
