Savoring the Perfect Pairing: Champagne (on ice) and Canelé Delights

Savoring the Perfect Pairing: Champagne (on ice) and Canelé Delights

Yes, you read that title right; Champagne ON ICE! But you’ll have to scroll down a bit before I get to that… There are certain times in your life that become engrained in your memory. One of these times was when I had the honor of attending En Primeur Week in Bordeaux. A blog that…

Wine Terms Used Improperly That Make My Palate Cringe

Wine Terms Used Improperly That Make My Palate Cringe

One of my favorite movies is Nightmare on Elm Street. I drove my college roommate crazy with all my Freddy Krueger paraphernalia.(especially the 3-D Freddy – sorry Jamie!) One of the most bone chilling scenes in the movie was when Freddy was in the boiler room with Nancy and he ran his finger knives along…

TV Segment; Champagne

TV Segment; Champagne

“In victory, you deserve Champagne; in defeat, you need it.” — Napoleon Bonaparte. We may not be positive that Napoleon actually spoke these words, but we do know that these words speak wisdom.  No matter the situation, Champagne is always a great solution.  Champagne is all about location, location, location. The special sedimentary rock is…

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Do You Really Know Your Bubbles?

Champagne, Champagne I love those little bubbles Champagne, Champagne Though they get me into trouble Lord, how I wish it would rain Champagne, Champagne, Champagne ~Dada Who doesn’t love Champagne? The sound the cork makes as it pops. The tiny bubbles as they rise up your glass. What’s not to love? Tickle Your Nose Bubbles…