August is the last official month of summer (unless you’re a local Jersey shore person, but let’s stay on track here). September is just around the corner and we’re all trying to soak up the last few moments of the season. White wine is the perfect summer adult beverage that is generally a safe option […]
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Did Somebody Say Mocktails?
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m sure this article is coming as surprise. I mean for Pete’s sake! This is primarily a wine blog! Mocktails!?!! Have I gone mad? The answer no. Sorry. I’m still the same crazy chick. But why Mocktails? Mocktails and low alcohol beverages are an emerging consumer preference that […]
Italian Winter White: Villa Gemma Colline Teatine Bianco
When I think of winter I think of snow, warm nights by the fireplace, and of course a nice glass of wine! Although we can’t always have snow or fire places, at least the wine part is easier to obtain. I was recently sent samples of the Villa Gemma Colline Teatine Bianco by Masciarelli and […]
Awesome Orange Wines to Celebrate National Orange Wine Day
On October 6, 2018, the first ever National Orange Wine Day was celebrated. It was a small modest celebration at Ruffian in NYC, which at that time had the largest selection of Orange Wines in the city. Since then, National Orange Wine Day has expanded and is recognized on the National Day Registry. Learn more […]
What is Pet Nat?
With the Holiday season fast approaching you may already be dreaming up what your holidays are going to look like. What dishes will you serve, what wines will you pair with them? Traditionally, Champagne has been the beverage of the holiday season and rightfully so. Champagne is special! However, you may have seen a peculiar […]
What is Biodynamics?
If someone tried to explain what Biodynamics were to me 5 years ago I probably would have zoned out and just started drinking. Flash forward to the present day, I now realize it’s implications for overall Vineyard health and quality grape production. But what does this term, Biodynamic mean? Let’s first start with its history: […]