grape: Nebbiolo. This is the grape that makes up Barolo and Barbaresco, thought of as two of the best wines in Italy. producer: Matteo Correggia. This guy made great wines which helped Roero get international recognition. He unfortunately died in a tractor accident in 2001 when he was only 39, and apparently a lot of the top Roero … Continue reading
First, I have to thank my grapefriend Abby for bringing this to my attention. We were at a party last night and I was so exhausted that I had to leave and go straight to bed, missing SNL completely. Luckily, she did not. Second, I’d like to thank SNL for recognizing that the Red Zone … Continue reading
They say that 80% of what you taste comes through what you’re smelling. I often smell a wine more than I taste it (at least at first) to get as much from the wine just through smell – I love picking out what fruit I’m smelling, how much and what kind of earth and mineral … Continue reading
I’ve been hearing a lot of people talk about how they’re all Olivia Pope-ish as they grab a glass of red wine and settle in to watch the new episode of Scandal. Fine, all for any show that gives grapes their rightful place in a scene. I’m used to shows employing various techniques to hide … Continue reading
Can’t think of anyone who deserves our thanks more than the people who fight for us to hang out in the US drinking wine. What to give them? Murphy-Goode’s Homefront Red, a blend of Syrah, Merlot, Petit Sirah, and Zinfandel. I just found out about this yesterday so I unfortunately haven’t tried the wine. I still … Continue reading
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Some nights during the winter I should be called Cornfriend, because when it’s fa-reezing out there’s nothing better than the brown stuff. The other night was one of those thaw-me nights, so I got some Woodford Reserve bourbon. I like both my drink and my tables reserved. When it gets really freezing out (like 0 … Continue reading
Fall flavors are in full swing. I was craving squash, as you do this time of year, and found this recipe which was SO FREAKING GOOD. Trust me, just make it. And pair it with this yummy Anaba Chardonnay. I’m not normally the biggest fan of full-bodied California Chards, but damn this was perfect with this dish … Continue reading
A fall palette for the palate. Love a label that matches the season’s colors. And I love this wine. Pinot is SO freaking perfect for fall. What’s everyone drinking tonight? Hope good stuff. Continue reading
Fall is in full swing! Harvest, Halloween, and happiness all due to wine. First, I loved all the non-kids who love Halloween for its grapefriendy potential. Who needs candy now that we can all have wine? Even though Halloween’s over, all year long people post pictures of #spookywine – ie, wine bottles that you shoot … Continue reading
