Tag: Napa Valley
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Book Review: A Perfect Score
What does it take to craft a Napa Valley 100 point wine in the 21st century? In their new book, A Perfect Score The Art, Soul, and Business of a 21st Century Winery, Kathryn and Craig Hall share their journey of hard work, determination, support from family and friends, intelligence, integrity, and their love of…
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#Food & #Wine Pairing: Rombauer Merlot Meets Hardcore Carnivore
Do you grill frequently in the fall? Studies show outdoor grilling and smoking is actually higher in the fall then summer. At first look this seems surprising, yet I enjoy cooking outside in the fall because I can then stay outside to enjoy the meal. We watch a lot of college football on Saturday nights…
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#Food & #Wine Pairing: Gallica Albariño Meets a Vietnamese Classic
October has arrived and I am done with all my September press trips. Fall is my favorite time of year. After a long, hot Texas summer I am always thrilled when the temperatures begin to fall. Plus fall brings football and hockey! By being intentional about my choices I managed to maintain my fitness level…
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#Food & #Wine Pairing: Grgich Hills Illuminates a Weeknight Meal
How does summer transition into fall where you live? In Dallas the heat of summer remains well into September. In fact it was almost October before our daytime highs dropped below 97° F. As a foodie I get a little jealous watching those of you in cooler climates begin preparing meals with squash, pumpkin, and…
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Welcoming Fall with #MerlotMe and #WinePW
Merlot is one of the best wines in the world. Though it has taken hits over the past decade due to movie misunderstandings and poorly produced bulk commercial representations, it is and always has been a premiere wine. October is #MerlotMe month, designed to celebrate the many wonders and joys of this marvelous grape. As…
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It’s Great to be King: Celebrating #CabernetDay
There are many glorious grapes in the world of wine. However, in celebration of #cabernetday on September 1, this article recognizes Cabernet Sauvignon as king. In exploration of Cabernet Sauvignon I will review two wines from Flora Springs Winery in Napa Valley, and introduce you to a Bodacious wine from Jon Nathaniel Wines.
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Castello di Amorosa: Winery Fit for a King
What comes to mind when you think of castles? For me, castles conjure up ideas of damsels in distress, evil queens, dragons and handsome princes. Ok, so maybe I have seen to many Disney movies or read too many Brothers Grimm stories. Castles are actually fortified structures built by nobility during the medieval period. Castles…
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Artesa Winery: The Jewel of Carneros
If you love northern California wine country then you must love Carneros. It is perfectly situated as the gateway to both Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley. Due to the cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean climate, the unique soils that collaborate from the Pacific Ocean, coastal mountains, and the San Francisco Bay, and it long…
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Celebrating National Rosé Day with #WinePW
As you know from my post on Wednesday, today is National Rosé Day! As luck would have it, it is also the second Saturday of the month, which means #WinePW. It is a fortuitous event to celebrate National Rosé Day with my awesome foodie friends! If you are not already preparing to celebrate this wonderful…
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The Counterbalance of Hourglass Winery
What does the image of an hourglass conjure in your mind? The passing of time? Perhaps the time that remains OR the time that is gone? Rush, hurry or slow down? For Hourglass Winery it represents the perfect location because their winery and vineyards are located in the middle of the Napa Valley hourglass. After…
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