Remember the movie Bottle Shock a few years ago? This is the wine that was in it, and has a big role in the history of wine in this country. Most people hear Chardonnay and think big and oaky – which is what most California Chardonnay is at this point. But that’s not how it … Continue reading »
Yep, it’s Chardonnay Day and I’ve got my own wine now! OK, so actually Landmark just put a label with my name on the blend I crafted – I really wanted them to make a fancy label called “grapefriend blend” because that’s a much snazzier name. Sooooooooo I just slapped a ghetto one on! I’ve … Continue reading »
It’s that time of year! Once again, Team Grapefriend takes a little break from the grapes to raise funds for Skip Lunch Fight Hunger, City Harvest’s annual campaign that asks people to donate what they normally spend on lunch to help feed New York’s hungry children and their families. During the summer, access to free … Continue reading »
I’d never had abalone before last week, but now I want to have it all the time. That’s probably not gonna happen since apparently it’s kind of rare and sort of expensive from what I heard from the people drooling over the pictures I was posting. So at least I had it at the Ocean … Continue reading »
It’s happening again: another massive/historical/life-changing/ DON’TLEAVETHEHOUSE blizzard is coming to the east coast. Fine with me, since Nemo’s bascially just a perfect excuse to hole up inside with tons of wine! Here at the grapefriend bunker, we’re always fully stocked. So what am I gonna pop open? Despite the fact that you could go with something … Continue reading »
What a year for grapefriend. I’ve had so much fun sharing the love of the grape with everyone. People loved all sorts of different posts each month, but here are the top 10 posts of 2012! 10 you deserve a grape today, victor cruz!: Ah, to be back in last football season when the Giants were on their … Continue reading »
Sooo excited about my very first post for Cosmo! Did a fun one about what bubbly you should pop on New Year’s based on your Resolutions, which I know everyone will stick to… Lots of fun suggestions if you’re searching for your perfect sparkler for the night! Check them all out here: http://www.cosmopolitan.com/food/party-ideas/champagne-recommendations Tweet us … Continue reading »
Think you’ve been popping some good bubbles for the holidays? Here are the Rich Kids of Instagram to best you at Fizzmas. I have to point out that we’re a little light on the world’s most expensive: Bollinger Blanc de Noirs Vieilles Vignes Francaises (average $813), Krug Clos Du Mesnil ($1,072), Krug Clos d’Ambonnay ($2,642). Such Scrooges… Maybe they’re saving … Continue reading »
