Asturias sits on Spain’s rugged north coast, bordered by Cantabria to the east and the wild Cantabrian Sea to the north. Here, lush green hills roll into steep cliffs, sleepy stone villages dot the valleys, and rain is as much a local character as the shepherds, farmers, and, yes—winemakers who call this place home. A…
¡Hola amigos del vino! Are you ready to embark on a delicious journey through the sun-drenched vineyards of Spain without even leaving your comfy chair? We’ve uncorked something truly special here at Exploring the Wine Glass – something that blends fun, games, and just the right amount of brainpower to help you master the magnificent…
As a wine lover, I am always happy to explore wine regions. Visiting different countries and experiencing their culture is something that I know I am extremely lucky to partake in. The country that holds a very special place in my heart is Spain. I love it so much, that I decided to go through…
As some of you may know, Debbie Gioquindo and I host a monthly wine education program called Winephabet Street. In case you are unaware of the series, every month we take the next letter of the alphabet and pick a wine related term to explore. Typically, it is a grape variety, but some of the…
While walking through the Dão region in Portugal, you are taken aback by the sheer beauty of the region. As you walk the vineyards, you notice the large rocks, actually boulders that make up the terroir. Not only is Portugal perfect for tourism, but it holds an immense amount of cultural history. Although Portugal is…
Welcome to our next installment of #WinephabetStreet. In this series, Debbie Gioquindo and I will be working our way through the wine world by way of the alphabet. Each month we will take the next letter in the alphabet and learn the characteristics and history of the grape, as well as suggested wine pairings. So uncork,…
Welcome to our next installment of #WinephabetStreet. In this series, Debbie Gioquindo and I will be working our way through the wine world by way of the alphabet. Each month we will take the next letter in the alphabet and learn the characteristics and history of the grape, as well as suggested wine pairings. So uncork,…
What is Winephabet Street, you ask? Think of it as Sesame Street for Winelovers! It is a livestream/podcast/blogpost interactive discussion all about wine. Winephabet Street is a collaboration between Debbie Gioquindo, aka HVWineGoddess, and myself. We will be working our way through the alphabet discussing wine varieties and regions. So grab a glass and join…
