There are few American winemaking families who have made a name for themselves as the Wagner family of Caymus Vineyards has. A multi-generational winemaking family, the Wagners have successfully passed the art of winemaking from father to son and daughter. Though Caymus was founded in 1972, the family has been in Napa Valley since the…
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On Coravin: The Voyage of Viognier in the U.S.
There are some grapes that you don’t see very often on wine lists, but when you get a great bottle of these varieties, it can take your night from “good” to “great.” One of these grapes is Viognier. I’m a big fan of this white Rhône variety that was nearly extinct about 50 years ago,…
You Won’t Need a Divorce to Enjoy this Alimony
Alimony doesn’t always have to be a dirty word. But if it is to you, consider finding a way to add a more positive association to it. How about attaching it to a bottle of wine from a Napa Valley producer who may have had some experience on the wrong end of a marriage? Luckily,…
Wine Enthusiast Announces 40 Under 40 Tastemakers & a Friend Makes the List!
Yesterday, Wine Enthusiast announced online their 40 Under 40 Tastemakers for 2019, and I was proud to see a friend and Virginia winery CEO on the list. Kirk Wiles, CEO and Founder of Paradise Springs Winery located in Clifton, Virginia and now also in Santa Barbara, California is well-deserving of the recognition. The Wine Enthusiast 40 Under…
August Vino Column “West Coast Sauv Blancs for East Coast Tastes”
It’s the old East Coast/West Coast rivalry, but this time, we just have to decide if we want to drink these West Coast Sauvignon Blancs at these economical prices. I love writing my monthly Vino column for Miami’s best newspaper, Biscayne Times, because it’s a quick snapshot of some of the wine options available within…
April Vino Column “California, Here We Come”
It has been a couple months since I included domestic wines in my monthly Vino column in Biscayne Times newspaper, so in April, I explore some economical red blends from California. Check it out & cheers!
On Coravin: From Sea to Shining Sea: America’s First Bi-Coastal Winery
Sometimes, I get to write about things that really bring me joy— like Virginia wine! Or better yet, a friend and fellow ‘Cane who is making waves in the wine industry through his very successful bi-coastal winery. Thanks to Coravin for the opportunity to highlight Kirk Wiles and the FIRST bi-coastal winery in the U.S., Paradise…
August Vino Column “Battle of the Sauvignon Blancs”
What could be hotter than a wine rivalry? You decide: California or New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc? Check out my latest Vino column in Biscayne Times for some economical suggestions from each region.
July Vino Column “Celebrate the Fourth with USA Wines”
We may be past the Fourth of July, but it’s never too late to celebrate with economical wines from California’s Central Coast. Check out my latest Vino column in Biscayne Times for some suggestions!
California Dreaming: 48 Hours in Paso Robles Wine Country
The Summer 2018 issue of Let’s Eat Magazine is making its way around town! You can read it online here. Check out my article with suggestions on how to spend a couple days in Paso Robles Wine Country on page 15. Cheers!
