Biodynamic Wineries are something that I am still learning about and I was thrilled to have Benziger Winery host our most recent SonomaChat with their “Pinot Experience”. Not only was the hospitality level at top notch but the whole event took place in the historical family home with Chris Benziger himself seated at the head of […]
MacPhail Winery at The Barlow on SonomaChat
The terrific Jim Morris of Macphail Wines Guest Hosted #SonomaChat at the new tasting room open in Sebastopol, California at The Barlow. Macphail Family is another fave Pinot Noir of mine, hand picked and hand sorted is the best way to go if you ask this girl and James and his family winemaking styles really go the extra […]
Iron Horse Vineyards on SonomaChat
What Cuvee are YOU?! That was the question for our #SonomaChat with Joy Sterling, one of the family members and owners of Iron Horse Vineyards in Green Valley Wine Country, California. THE BIO – From the website or Click HERE Iron Horse Web – Iron Horse is one of Sonoma County’s most beautiful, small, independent, […]
Red Car Wine Tasting Room SonomaChat
Red Car Wines has a tasting room along Graton Rd in Sebastopol is another favorite place to stop for me. Ken Wagonner, a close friend and social media Guru, and me have stopped by and visited during the holidays for a fun filled tasting line up and I had visited them previously when I was introduced […]
Senses Wines Sonoma Coast on SonomaChat
“We’re farmers first, then winemakers.” –Senses Wines “Sonoma Coast Wines made from small batch family owned vineyards and we are talking Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sign me up. When I first chatted with co-founder of Senses Wines Christopher Strieter about Guest Hosting an upcoming SonomaChat, he had mentioned taking the whole gang over to Zazu […]
Chateau Diana in Dry Creek on SonomaChat
Sunflowers in bloom and rows of vines beyond. Sounds like a good place to sip wine if you ask me. Chateau Diana on the Dry Creek Road tour of Wineries in Sonoma County is alovely spot and I had the pleasure of visiting recently when Teri hosted a SonomaChat from the patio and tasting room. […]
Kaiken Malbec Mendoza, Argentina – Somm Chat
Wine lovers like to share their knowledge, talk, sip & swirl with others who also appreciate the art that goes into making a bottle of wine. For us real wine geeks, there are weekly chats on twitter for Wine & for Sommeliers. Featuring wine experts, winemakers, master sommeliers, CSW’s, etc.; it is a plethora of knowledge […]
How To Taste Wine For The Novice
I am often asked, how do you taste wine like a pro? Living in Wine Country, I must say I have heard many an opinion on this subject. Follow my wine tasting notes below but remember to schedule a visit to the right winery as well and do research prior to your visit. Some people, myself included, […]
Amapola Creek Winery Makes A Fierce Cabernet
This year for the Annual Sonoma Reserve Wine Event, I decided to enjoy the small batch tour of wineries which were all off of the beaten path. Right decision. Most of the spots we visited on this day were located on steep terrain with wonderful views and also a difficult climb for the vehicles. The […]
How To Clean Your Wine Glasses The Right Way
Cleaning your wine glasses properly is a must. Water spots can leave permanent blemishes and red wine left overnight leaves a stain. Cleaning wine glasses is easy. It simply takes know how and a good rinse to leave them sparkling. Chin Chin… Crystal-ware is a porous material so it will absorb things easily. When winding down an […]
Hands-On Gourmet SF Cooking Wine Country Style at Jacuzzi Cellars Sonoma
Spring has sprung in Wine Country California. I had the pleasure of attending a Hands On Gourmet Private Cooking Party & Team Building Event at Jacuzzi Cellars in Sonoma Wine Country recently and meeting Executive Chef, Stephen Gibbs. And what a backdrop. From weddings, to corporate events to bachelorette parties… Jacuzzi Cellars in Sonoma County, most […]
Epic Stop Rose’ Shots & Pinot at Red Car Wine
Rose shots are a fabulous thing says Erin with a smile. What a terrific idea and one that I have not seen or heard of yet. And let’s just say I have visited a tasting room or two. When I am presented with a new experience at a small tasting room, I can really appreciate […]
French California Cuisine in SF at Jardiniere
As a lover of dining French style and also San Francisco, this girl has enjoyed a meal at Jardiniere before. When a friend visiting from Toronto mentioned wanting to enjoy food and wine in San Francisco, Jardiniere came to mind. Known for their French-California Cuisine I though it was a good fit for a visiting […]
Fierce Napa Grapes Live On Mountain Tops
One day while waiting in the car for the kids to finish school, I noticed a lovely photo on my Instagram feed of rolling mountain vineyards with a light dusting of snow. Later that same day, more grapes with snow covered grounds. Checking out the caption, I was shocked to see that these vines were […]
Napa Pine Ridge Winery Celebrates 35 Years
Whenever I visit Napa, I know I can count on one of my mainstay girlfriends to recommend great spots to stop, sip & enjoy. Jacqueline is a beautiful women both inside and out… and the girl also knows her wine…making her even more attractive. “If you have to ask if it’s to early to drink […]
Best Restaurant In America Says Open Table
St Francis Winery & Vineyards has been a favorite stop of mine for some time. Not only do they pour a fierce glass of wine, but the landscaping, tasting room, staff & atmosphere are lovely. I had visited them in the Fall recently when the leaves are yellow and the backdrop of the mountains beyond […]
Little Zin Now & Then? Or A Lot… ZAP
Introducing Zinfandel outreach & education to thousands of consumers, market professionals & industry folk alike, The Zinfandel Advocates & Producers are ready for their biggest event of 2014. With only a few weeks until “Go Time”…I am hearing plenty of buzz about this world class varietal. This year’s event has been re-designed with the input of […]
St Francis Knows His Food & Wine Pairings
Living only 15 minutes from the beauty of Mount Hood. Life is rough. Being able to enjoy it while sipping on a variety of lovely wines. Priceless. When walking through the mission style courtyard, a statue of St. Francis of Assisi points the way to the vineyards beyond. St Francis was a man who is […]
Macphail Family Wine Small Batch Pinot Noir
Situated on a rural farmhouse lane in Healdsburg, the recently constructed 4,400 square foot building stands tall in front of the rows & rows of grape vines. A small batch appointment only vineyard, the tasting room is kitty corner to the family home, both with awesome views of the land beyond. I had heard about […]