I was at my neighbors’ house the other night and they poured an EARTHQUAKE Cabernet Sauvignon and an EARTHQUAKE Petite Sirah. I have never had these wines before and they were really good. Not only was the conversation stimulating – we have recently become friends as I am in a …
They come from all over the place, they are actors, musicians, race car drivers, politicians – or all of the above – and they have one thing in common… they all have a deep appreciation for wine and winemaking. Oh, and money… they all have money. As a matter of …
Wine blends have become a fascinating trend in winemaking today all across the world. I’m not talking about just the “Bordeaux” blends that France has made so famous. Winemakers are taking a chance on blending lots of different varietals and coming up with some interesting and delicious wines. Since I …
Whether you live in Hollywood or simply came from out of town for a short visit, chances are you have noticed a vineyard near the Hollywood sign. This isn’t just a decor for a movie set, but real vines with real grapes. Here in Los Angeles, people are slightly jaded …
This holiday wine post is a follow-up to the previous one on WINE FOR THE HOLIDAYS. I addressed the red wines – specifically Pinot Noirs, Zinfandels and Cabernet Sauvignons. This time, I will take on white wine, dessert wine and sparkling wine. So no matter if you are buying a …
The holidays are upon us and that means a lot of parties and entertaining… and of course, wine. So what to pour if you’re hosting? What to bring if you’re going? What to buy if you’re gifting? Just like anything else, it always depends on your scale of effort… or, …
I’m just gonna go out on a limb and say it: I am not a big fan of red wine and chocolate together [CUE THE GASP]. What can I say? it simply doesn’t work for me… unless of course it is done with the right wine. Lo and behold, I recently …
Thanksgiving is a great holiday for family, food and wine. We often find ourselves in a quandary about what wine to buy for this holiday (among other holidays). There are many factors that influence this decision, not the least of them is budget. You know you don’t want to buy …
Thanksgiving… one of my favorite holidays of the year for its meaning, as well as the delicious food and the wine that rightfully flows, the pleasure of being reunited and sharing a delicious meal with the people you care the most. This is a very Epicurean way of life. We …
I was recently in Napa and had the pleasure of visiting some great wineries and tasting some amazing wines. One of the standouts from the trip was my stop at Tres Sabores Winery in St. Helena on Whitehall Lane. This is not too far from the famed Whitehall Lane Winery. …
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