It happened to me once at a bowling center. I was bowling in a league, and felt like having a glass of wine. So I walked up to the bar and ordered a glass of Cabernet Sauvignon. The bartender opened…
Plan a Trip to Napa Valley Before the Summer Crowds
The flooding this week in California’s North Coast Wine Country may have you re-thinking a trip to that beautiful part of the world. But floods are rare in that part of the world, and Wine Country can be enjoyed at…
The ‘Connection’ Between Wine and Music
Some years ago, I had the opportunity to interview “smooth jazz” superstar Peter White, a guitar player who has gained a loyal following around the world. I’ve seen him perform countless times, including at the Thornton Winery in Southern California…
Tagged with: Jazz in the Vines, Peter White, Rick Braun’s Colors of Provence, wine and music
Posted in Editor's Journal, Our Wine Travel Log
Posted in Editor's Journal, Our Wine Travel Log
The Perfect Wines for Slow-Cooker Meatballs
With much of the country in a deep freeze over much of the winter, Crock-Pots and other slow cookers have been popular choices for cooking tasty, wine-friendly meals. This dish is a perfect pairing partner for Chianti or any Sangiovese-based…
Tagged with: Cabernet Sauvignon Zinfandel, Chianti, Sangiovese, winter weekend meatballs
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes
