Sparkling Wines That Make Great Summertime Beverages
Today we continue our look at sparkling wines. In addition to being terrific choices for special occasions, they’re also great beverages for summertime sipping. Here are a few personal choices that I’ve tried as of late and think you might enjoy: The Segura Viudas Aria Brut (about $10) is a lively Spanish Cava that’s affordable […]
Champagne and Sparkling Wine Can Be Enjoyed Any Time of Year
There’s no reason to wait for a special occasion to serve Champagne and sparkling wines. They can be enjoyed year-round and are especially nice to have on hand during the summer months. One reason they’re a natural choice is their versatility. They can be paired with a variety of foods including light appetizers, cheeses, shellfish, […]
Northwest Wine Tour on StarSail Cruises
Join the Schooner Zodiac for a 4-day cruise June 28 to July 1 through the San Juan islands and tour Northwest wineries. Visit San Juan Vineyards, Lopez Island Vineyards, Camaraderie Cellars, Olympic Cellars and Chuckanut Ridge Winery during this all-inclusive cruise. Boudreaux Cellars from Leavenworth, WA will be your onboard representatives to lead the cruise […]
Viognier Blind Tasting Winner: $9 Pepperwood Grove from Sonoma County
Blind tastings can be a lot of fun because they’re easy to set up, they allow you to sample a variety of wines at one sitting, and they often provide you with interesting results. This happened to me at a blind tasting with friends earlier this month. We sampled six Viogniers during the evening and […]
Food & Wine Class at Quel Fromage
6:30 to 8:30 pm – Summer Entertaining With Wine and Cheese. Kick off the summer with helpful hints for entertaining featuring gourmet cheeses and complimentary wine pairings. Dan will co-host this informative and entertaining evening with local chef and author, Mary Ellen Carter. Click on the Wine Classes Page for more information.