Category: Wine

• My 1st Contribution to Planet of the Grapes: Funky Bubbles Democratize Sparkling Wine

  

  Pét-nat, piquette, col fondo, and hybrids, a sparkling wine category I refer to as “funky  bubbles,” are rising in popularity with winemakers and consumers in the US. In my first article for Planet of the Grapes, I sought to explore why these wines, some dating back to the Romans, are experiencing this sudden surge.

  Michelle Williams

  May 6, 2020

  col fondo, Pét-Nat, piquette, Planet of the Grapes, Sparkling Wine, Wine, wine review, Winetasting

  ancient method, beer, cider, col fondo, Dandy Bubbles, Field Recordings, natural wine, Old Westminster Winery, Pét-Nat, piquette, Planet of the Grapes, Rae Wilson, Sparkling Wine, Troon, wine, wine review, winelife, Winelover

• Forbes Article: Willamette Valley Riesling And Gamay Noir Are Worthy Of Attention

  

  Willamette Valley is well-known for producing exceptional cool-climate Pinot Noir, and growing in recognition for outstanding Chardonnay, but there is more to this world-class region than these two grapes. A deeper look reveals two additional grapes cultivated here that are worthy of your attention. Learn more in my latest article for Forbes digital.

  Michelle Williams

  March 5, 2020

  Gamay, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Travel, Willamette Valley, Wine, wine tasting, wine travel, Winetasting

  Chardonnay, Forbes, Gamay, Oregon Wine, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Willamette Valley, wine, wine lover, wine travel, Winetasting

• Forbes Article: Antiquity Meets Modernity In Alentejo, Resulting In Outstanding Wine

  

  How familiar are you with Portuguese wine? Located just over an hour outside Lisbon is Altentejo, “the bread basket of Portugal.” This region is home to two historical towns, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, incredible food, and fabulous wine.

  Michelle Williams

  February 21, 2020

  Alentejo, Food, Portugal, Portuguese wine, Travel, Wine, Winetasting

  Alentejo, Alicante Bouschet, Antao Vaz, cork, cork production, cork trees, Evora, food, Food and Wine Pairing, foodie, History, Portugal, Portuguese wine, Texas Hill Country, Touriga Nacional, travel, UNESCO World Heritage Site, wanderlust, wine, wine making, Winelover

• Forbes Article: 8 Italian Red Wines That Elicit Amore

  

  By now you have likely encountered numerous listicles touting the best food, drink, or aphrodisiac to wow your mate for Valentine’s Day. I chose to keep it simple and go straight for the best-nothing elicits amore like Italian food paired with Italian wine!

  Michelle Williams

  February 13, 2020

  Food, Italian, Italian Art of Living, Italian food, Italian wine, Italian wne, Italy, Wine, wine review, Winetasting

  #foodandwinepairing, #Italianredwine, #redwine, #sweetheart, #ValentinesDay #wine #food #Italy, Amore, Italianwine, love

• Forbes Article: There Is More Than One Way To Sparkle: Celebrate With Bubbles From Around The World

  

  While Champagne remains the benchmark for sparkling wine, today high-quality bubbles are produced around the world. This year, why not try something new? Add dazzle to your celebration with unexpected bubbles.  

  Michelle Williams

  December 24, 2019

  Alsace, Australia, Australian Wine, Cremant, Ferrari Trento, Forbes, Italian Sparkling wine, Italian wine, Languedoc, South African Wine, Spain, Spanish wine, Sparkling Wine, Wine, wine review, Winetasting

  #forbeslife, bubbles, celebrate, Champagne, newyearseve, Sparklingwine

• Forbes Article: Every Celebration Begins With Champagne

  

  Champagne has long been synonymous with celebrations. Whether hosting a quiet dinner or large party, we’ve got your Champagne needs covered. Check out my latest for Forbes for a fabulous list of Champagne ranging from affordable to splurge-worthy, sure to please everyone.

  Michelle Williams

  December 14, 2019

  Champagne, Forbes, Wine, wine review, Winetasting

  #forbeslife, bubbles, celebrate, celebration, Champagne, Forbes, holiday season, New Year’s Eve, Sparkling Wine, wine

• Forbes Article: Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Top Texas Wines For All Wine Lovers

  

  Three-hundred and fifty years after the first vineyards were planted, Texas wine is finally having a moment. Due to a string of successful vintages, word is spreading—it’s time to pay attention to the fifth largest wine producing state. Mediterranean grapes from Spain, southern France, and Italy thrive in Texas. If you are looking for the…

  Michelle Williams

  November 26, 2019

  Texas, Texas Wine, Texas Wine Industry, Wine, wine review, Winetasting

  #christmaswine, #forbeslife, #giftguide, #holidaygiftguide, #holidayseason., #Texaswine, #winegift, Christmas, Texas, wine, Winelover, Winetasting

• Forbes Article: Holiday Gift Guide 2019: The Best Napa Valley Cabernets For Oenophiles

  

  Wine brings joy to holiday gift giving. This list of killer Napa cabs is sure to please everyone in you list. Check out my latest Forbes article and let me know what you think. Happy Holidays!

  Michelle Williams

  November 25, 2019

  Cabernet Sauvignon, Forbes, gift giving guide, Napa Valley, Wine, wine review, Winetasting

  Cabernet Sauvignon, Forbes, Forbes Holiday Gift Guide, Gift Guide, Holiday Gift Guide, holiday season, Napa Cab, Napa Valley, wine, wine reviw, wine tasting, Winelover

• Invitation to Join French #Winophiles Exploration of Rasteau

  

  Long known for its Vin Doux Naturel wines in red and white, Rasteau, in  southern Rhône Valley, was awarded Cru status for its dry red wines in 2010. The diverse soil gives the wines complexity and elegance. Lying within the Mistral corridor, Laurent Robert of Domaine Combre Juliere, describes the wines as “skeletons of the…

  Michelle Williams

  November 1, 2019

  #Winophiles, Food, French Wine, French Winophiles, Red wine, Rhône Valley Wines, Rhone Valley, Wine, wine review, Winetasting

  #Winophiles, Food and Wine Pairing, French Winophiles, Grenache, Rasteau, Rhone Valley, Southern Rhône, wine

• Invitation To Join #WinePW Celebrate #TexasFineWine

  

  When was the last time you had wine from Texas? Each year this emerging region is growing and improving in wine production. If its been a few years since you have tried wine from Texas, now is the time to try again, October is Texas Wine Month!

  Michelle Williams

  October 25, 2019

  #TxWineMonth, #WinePW, Food, Texas, Texas Wine, Texas Wine Industry, Texas Wine Month, Travel, Wine, wine review, Winetasting

  #drinktexas, #forbeslife, #texasfinewine, #TexasWineMonth, #WinePW, Bending Branch, Brennan winery, Cabernet Grill, Cotton Gin Village, Duchman Winery, food, Forbes, Ron Yates Winery, Spicewood, Texas Hill Country, Texas hospitality, Texas wine, Texas Wine Month, travel, William Chris Vineyards, wine, wine and food pairing, Wine Pairing Weekend