Oh yes, my grapefriends, it’s finally here! Today is officially spring, so let’s get some lively, fresh wines in your glass to celebrate. Viña Bujanda Viura 2019: This may be one of the most enjoyable Spanish whites I’ve ever had. Super lovely white florals and honeydew with a smooth finish, I was completely shocked it …
Not only is it a pandemic but it’s cold and storming out, so perfect time to dive into some great TV! Here’s what I’ve been bingeing and the best bottles to match their vibe. Ted Lasso: There is not one show that will make you happier. Sip a great winter white like Ferzo’s yellow apple …
Forget about getting through this pandemic winter, it’s an accomplishment just to get through a week. In the spirit of finding small ways to celebrate, I’ve been opening a bottle of Champagne every Friday night. We all deserve it, so try these: Pommery Brut rosé: This is all cheerful lightness, as Madame Pommery herself described …
On the Eve, we always do the Feast of the Seven Fishes. A few of the fish choices vary, but the star is always lobster and an octopus salad with lemon, green olives, and celery. You can go a couple ways with lobster, but we’ve always done white Burgundy which has a light touch on the fruit …
Have as much fun learning about wine as you do when you’re drinking it! We share what wines you should drink for each month’s biggest events, whether it’s for the Super Bowl or the super moon, the premiere of Stranger Things or the finale of Succession, Tuesday night values or Saturday night splurges. So sign …
Yum to the rum. Just got back from Negril, and when you’re in Jamaica that’s what you drink. My favorite rum cocktail was the Dirty Banana – super refreshing and you’ll never feel guilty if you have it very early in the morning because it’s basically a nutritious shake! So here’s the recipe for 2 cocktails: …
The grapefriend wine totes have arrived!!! They’re totes amazing (get it?), and not just because they hold wine. I lug a lot of wine around. A lot. To friends, to dinners, to events, away for the weekend. I was tired of trying to find bubble wrap or random pieces of cardboard (liquor store style) to stuff in …
With Columbus Day this month and Thanksgiving next month, we can think about celebrating our fall American holidays with a legend of American wine. Gary Farrell started making wine in the Russian River Valley in the 80s. It’s an area where the fog and breezes help both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir excel. Theresa Heredia has … Continue reading
merlot month October is Merlot month, which is great because it’s such a good firepit wine as the weather turns colder. Very lush with warming plum, blueberry and baking spices. Merlot is the most widely planted variety in Bordeaux where it’s one of the five grapes in their blends, but it’s also the second-most planted wine grape … Continue reading
Well, this Wine From Home situation is looking pretty longterm so we’re going to keep this handy series going! Values Gradis’Ciutta Ribolla Gialla 2018: lots of white peach and lime zest in the oldest-known grape in Collio, Italy ($16.97) Villa Matilde Falanghina 2019 ($19.99) Rocca dei Leoni Pinot Noir isn’t easy to grow, so it’s not easy to … Continue reading
Apparently one of the things NBA players most requested in the bubble was wine! In this ESPN article, Portland Trail Blazers guard CJ McCollum says, “Going through those things to where you truly understand and share and appreciate the wine with someone, it leads to a lot of great conversations and a lot of eventful evenings.” … Continue reading
Last year I was at the Emmys, but clearly that’s not happening this year. And most Emmy parties won’t be happening either. So grab one of these rosés on September 20 and get ready to just fire off your comments on Twitter. Louis Pommery Brut Rosé: Pommery is known for Champagne but they just came out with … Continue reading
Don your tennis whites and put some in your glass too on September 13. I did a webinar about these great ones to sip during hot summer days, so if it turns humid again or if the Open finals are what turns up the heat, you can drink one of these refreshing whites: Pinot Blanc: … Continue reading
We’ll see how this 2020 football season plays out. But one thing that’s for sure is how good chilled reds will be when watching at least one week of games. We all know whites and rosés get chilled on ice, and in the summer the frostier the better. But I feel like people don’t fully … Continue reading
Suddenly it’s not hot any more. This better not be the end of our warm days, but I’m happy to be done with the humidity. Outside all day and not sweating calls for a glass of wine and I have just the bottles, in all Lockdown price ranges. Values Riondo Prosecco: The lighter side of Prosecco … Continue reading
Super excited for the Go-go’s doc on Showtime this month, since I loved them growing up. And even now, who can resist singing out loud to Vacation?? Also who can resist a mineral, flinty, lemony Assyrtiko from Santorini? All of those characteristic plus great acidity makes it a perfect summer wine for tzatziki and grilled … Continue reading
With shark sightings and some tragic accidents on the northeast coast this summer, stay inside and just watch Shark Week starting August 9 on the Discovery Channel. Pair your binge with this Fessina Erse Etna Bianco from a vineyard with lava deposits from Etna that go back centuries. The volcanic soils give it lots of gritty minerality with … Continue reading
