Calorie Count in Wine Read any diet program guidelines and you’re sure to see a requirement to reduce the amount of wine you consume. If you’re anything like me, reading this does not make you happy. Why not stop drinking milk? Why does every diet plan bully wine? What has wine ever done to...
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Non-Traditional European White Wines
Varied European White Wines I started a causal drinking group called Open That Bottle Wine Club. At the last meeting I attended, the host chose a theme of European white wines. The only caveat was you could not bring a single variety Pinot Gris/Grigio or Chardonnay. It seems when most people think of white...
Portuguese Wine Pairings
Pairing Portuguese Wines with Food Most people are familiar with the esteemed Port wines from Portugal. Who hasn’t finished a great dining experience with a rich glass of tawny or ruby Port? But if you ask someone to name other wines from Portugal, you’re likely to get a dazed look of confusion from the...
Guadalupe Valley Wineries
Baja Wineries As I prepare for my third Guadalupe Valley wine tasting trip in August, I’m surprised to find such a lack of knowledge about Baja, Mexico wineries. Even people from nearby San Diego are not aware of this up-and-coming wine region, situated just 90 miles southeast of San Diego. This August 7-23, 2015...
Finger Lakes Produces Unique Wines
Finger Lakes Lemberger Living in California, I have ample opportunities to taste wines from regions up and down the state. However, as a wine enthusiast I revel in the chance to try wines from other regions. During the past year, as a member of the media, I’ve had the opportunity to sample wines from...