Monthly Archives: September 2011
Newer posts →The Origin of the Booze Cruise
September 14, 2011National Prohibition (1920-1933) led to a huge boom in the cruise industry. By taking what were advertised as “cruises to nowhere,” people could legally consume alcohol as soon as the ship entered international waters where they would typically cruise in … Continue reading
Posted in Facts | Leave a comment //Dr Pauly Bergweiler Noble House Riesling
September 13, 2011Grape 100% Riesling Facts If German Riesling conjures up images of Blue Nuns and Black Katz, you’re forgiven! I’ve been saying for quite some time now that Riesling is one of the most misunderstood grapes there is; but sometimes … Continue reading
Posted in Reviews | Tagged Dr Pauly Bergweiler, Germany, Mosel, Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Noble House, Riesling | Leave a comment //Snob Mosquitos
September 13, 2011 Posted in Funny | Leave a comment //A Tour of the Languedoc
September 12, 2011Pick up any wine book, and flip to the page on the Southern Languedoc region of France. More often than not, the term “wine lake” or “ocean of vines” will be used, usually within the first set of paragraphs. No-doubt, … Continue reading
Posted in News | Tagged Cabardes, Corbieres, Faugeres, France, Grenache, Languedoc, Minervois, St. Chinian, syrah | Leave a comment //Willamette Valley Vineyards Tasting at The Grape Jacksonville
September 12, 2011 Posted in Events | Tagged Jacksonville, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Willamette Valley Vineyards | Leave a comment //Tortoise Creek Pinot Noir Paired with Hanger Steaks with Wilted Spinach and Gorgonzola Sauce
September 9, 2011The Mrs. wanted burgers, I wanted steak. Since it was my day off, and therefore my turn to cook: STEAK IT IS (WAS)! Hanger Steak is one of my favorite cuts of meat, however, I think my brief stay in … Continue reading
Posted in Pairings | Tagged France, Languedoc, Pinot Noir, Tortoise Creek | Leave a comment //← Older posts Newer posts →
