So, I finally got around to visiting a few North Carolina wineries. Well, as bad as it may sound, credible wineries (so to speak) in the region. Before you start to contort your face, and get a sour taste in your mouth, stick around hear me…
One of the most exciting things about cooking is the skill of taking simple food and elevating its flavor with unexpected ingredients. Take tuna, for example. It would not be my favorite food when served as a salad or a sandwich. But these spicy tuna patties…
Anyone who knows me in the wine world knows I enjoy an excellent Viognier. I understand the varietal isn't for everyone. Recently, I received this F. Stephen Miller Viognier 2018 in a wine club shipment. My first sip sent my palate into a tailspin, — whoa,…
It's summertime, and you know what that means; It's time for a low-country boil! In my case, an Early Mountain Low-Country boil.…
Summertime, the warmest of the seasons; inviting us to get out of the house, enjoy the sunshine and all of the opportunities that go along with it — the pool, outdoor dining, summer activities, and savoring the seasons most popular foods. Generally, fresh, crisp salads, grilled…
Summer has arrived, and it's the perfect time to go on a quest for crisp, fresh beverages to cool down. Since my drink of choice is wine (no surprise there), I tend to lean toward finding those that pair well with 80° and…
Lately, I have been taking the time to explore wine varietals that I generally rarely drink. Pinot Gris/Grigio is one of those varietals. White Wine; Red Grape — Pinot Gris is typically known by its Italian name Pinot Grigio, originating in Burgundy. Pinot Gris is…
The devastating damage gave the vines breath — Altipiano Vineyards, positioned in the hills of Escondido, California just outside of San Diego, is breathing just fine. The land is breath-taking, and the story of how the vineyard came to be, takes your breath away. A few…
Les Vins de Vienne Condrieu ‘La Chambee’ 2016. Enticing notes of bright, fresh tangerine, sweet honeysuckle, and subtle apricot on the nose. Dry. Ripe and bold texture with lush notes of stone fruit (mainly peach and apricot). Pineapple, vanilla, and allspice provide a beautiful frame to…
I had an enjoyable time at the #NCWine Bloggers Summit, held on March 3, 2019. Hanover Park Vineyard in Yadkinville N.C. hosted the event. In addition to the summit, pre-summit activities included winery trips and a wine dinner. The #NCWine Bloggers Summit is an annual gathering.…
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