Monthly Archives: September 2011
A Taste of Spain… A Seven Course Journey
September 30, 2011 Posted in Events | Tagged The Tasting Room St Augustine | Leave a comment //I Have a Confession to Make…
September 30, 2011There’s something that’s been weighing on my mind for quite some time now. Truth be told, the only reason I’m posting it here is that I was caught “in the act” by my wife; and now I’ve been shamed into … Continue reading
Posted in Funny | Tagged Recycling, Wine Confession, Wine Snobs | 2 Comments //James Bond and Champagne – Best Not Shaken or Stirred.
September 30, 2011James Bond, Ian Fleming’s fictional spy character, is portrayed as a frequent drinker of Champagne. A count reveals thirty-five occasions in which the character was portrayed drinking champagne in Bond films. The favorite Champagne of Mr Bond? That would be … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged Bollinger, Champagne, James Bond, Roger Moore, Sean Connery | Leave a comment //Raspberry-Glazed Peaches with Mascarpone Paired with Santa Julia Late Harvest Torrontes
September 29, 2011Ladies and gentlemen! What you are witnessing is my first ever dessert and wine pairing! Remember this post for as long as you can, because I never make desserts in my own home…which is such a shame, because I love … Continue reading
Posted in Pairings, Recipes | Tagged Argentina, Dessert Wine, Familia Zuccardi, Mendoza, Organic, Torrontes, Winesellers Ltd | 1 Comment //Wine and Coffee? The Perfect Start to Your Day!
September 28, 2011I don’t know why I haven’t thought to combine coffee and wine before! What a perfect way to start your morning! Of course, I’m kidding! Everyone knows mornings are purely meant for Champagne… If you recall my review last week … Continue reading
Posted in Recipes, Reviews | Tagged Argentina, Familia Zuccardi, Fortified, Irish Malamado, Malamado, Malbec, Port, Wine Recipe | Leave a comment //Orin Swift “Saldo” Zinfandel 2009
September 27, 2011Grape 80% Zinfandel, 9% Petite Sirah, 8% Syrah, 3% Grenache Facts Anyone who knows me, knows that I’m a sucker for a good wine label; but this one is….well…minimalistic to say the least! I do have to say though, … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews | Tagged California, Dave Phinney, Orin Swift, Petite Sirah, Saldo, Zinfandel | 1 Comment //← Older posts
