Wine Reviews & Musings about the "Wine Lifestyle" in South Florida and Beyond
National Rosé Day is celebrated the second Saturday in June each year. Although, I believe in keeping the celebration going year-round. Especially in Miami, where we literally rosé all day everyday without needing anyone's permission. My June Vino column in Biscayne Times offers some suggestions for a few bottles of perfect summertime rosé. You don't need... Continue Reading →
You don't have to twist my arm! My September Vino column for Miami's Biscayne Times newspaper is about the wines of Gérard Bertrand. He's known around the world for his iconic "South of France" lifestyle and biodynamic winemaking, as well as his annual Jazz à l’Hospitalet music festival that takes place at his Château L’Hospitalet... Continue Reading →
Another wine holiday, you say? And it’s true. It seems there is one…well, every day. While I don’t subscribe to them all (definitely not Chardonnay day!), there are a few that I choose to single out and enjoy as an excuse to drink a very specific bottle(s). One of those days is National Rosé Day,... Continue Reading →
It's springtime in the Northern Hemisphere, but for those of us in South Florida, it certainly feels like the dead of summer already! Relax and enjoy the heat with a chilled bottle of one of these wines. All great options for year-round drinking, if you ask me. My latest Vino column for Biscayne Times: Sippin'... Continue Reading →
Can you feel the heat? If you live in the northern hemisphere, chances are that you are feeling extremely hot these days. For those of us living in Florida, the temps are magnified by the suffocating humidity. Come August, it often feels like we just can't cool down ever. For wine drinkers, this heat means... Continue Reading →
Anyone else feeling like 2020 has been one of the strangest times? This year has surely been one for the record books, and we're only halfway through. With all the Shelter-in-Place (SIP) orders, I've been doing plenty of sipping at home with the many wine samples that come my way. I'm ever so grateful for... Continue Reading →
The Summer 2019 issue of Let's Eat magazine is hot off the presses, just in time for National Rosé Day on Saturday, June 8, 2019! The Provence Rosé Group has many wonderful rosés in their portfolio, and in the article, I cover three lovely bottles. If you are celebrating rosé this weekend, let me suggest... Continue Reading →
Who doesn't love a sparkling rosé? With crisp acidity, refreshing bubbles, and that oh-so juicy red fruit flavor, it's hard to deny that sparkling rosé is a winner for springtime. In my May "Vino" column in Biscayne Times newspaper, I review a few delightful bottles of pink bubbles that won't put you behind on your... Continue Reading →
The Fall 2018 issue of Let's Eat magazine is hot off the presses! Check inside for my holiday gift-buying guide for your favorite wine lover--on page 15. Happy holiday wine shopping!
It's springtime! That means it's the perfect time to get back into some refreshing warm-weather wines. How about a pink bubbly? Check out my latest column in Let's Eat Magazine for some delicious suggestions of sparkling rosés to get you back in the springtime mood. Cheers!
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