Mer Soleil Chardonnay
Now that it’s September we’re in a fall state of mind, but it’s looking pretty summery this weekend. Here’s a bottle that will keep the warm summertime vibe […]
Angeline Reserve Pinot Noir
While I enjoy making recommendations of wine (obviously!!), I also really enjoy getting recommendations. This one was shared with me recently, and it’s a winner, so I’m passing it along. It’s the Angeline Reserve Pinot Noir. Pinot is a great wine for warm days and cool nights, as […]
Juggernaut Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc
Summer, summer, summer. I love it! Here are two wonderful wines for a super summery weekend. They’re both from Juggernaut, and not only are they delicious, but they have great labels!! One is a Sauvignon Blanc made from grapes grown in Marlborough, New Zealand, so think crisp, bright, punchy […]
Summer Water Rose
Quick, quick, before it’s over! Summertime, that is. Grab some bottles of Summer Water rose. This is a wine that goes well with everything from simple sandwiches to succulent seafood to mouthwatering meats, corn on the cob, BBQ chips – you get the idea. Described as a rose soaked in […]
Etna DOC Bianco
It’s my brother’s birthday this weekend, and he’s an Italophile, so I have to go with an Italian wine. Noe e cosi male; in effetti, no puoi sbagliare con il vino italiano! I’m going with an Etna Bianco from the Etna DOC, a region aptly named for its proximity to Mount Etna. […]
Wölffer Estate Sauvignon Blanc
What better wine to spend the last weekend in July with than Wölffer Estate’s Summer in a Bottle Sauvignon Blanc? The winery, based in Sagaponack, New York (on a gorgeous property on Long Island), has been making critically acclaimed wines for over 30 years. Not only is this wine all you want […]
French Pool Toy Rose
Things are looking good for a summery weekend. Nothing beats a rose this time of year – it’s a glass of cold, pretty deliciousness. One that has caught my eye and palate lately is French Pool Toy. It’s a classic rose from the south of France made with Cinsault, Grenache, and Syrah, so it’s […]
Bleu, blanc, et rouge for Bastille Day
There’s another red, white, and blue celebration coming up, except it’s bleu, blanc, et rouge. Bastille Day! As with the revolution on our shores, it’s a celebration of the French saying “enough” to royalty. It’s on July 14. There are Bastille Day celebrations all over, including French Restaurant Week in NYC through July 20 […]
Millbrook Gruner Veltliner
Happy 4th of July! The forecast for the weekend is looking really good – perfect for a crisp, cold white wine. Since we’re celebrating our country, let’s keep it American, and let’s keep it local, too. Head over to Millbrook Winery for a great selection – and an always enchanting […]
Bodegas Borsao Garnacha
Welcome summer – officially! And it looks like we may even have sunshine this weekend. To celebrate, how about this super-easy summertime favorite of the Spanish, a tinto de verano, which literally translates to summer red wine. It’s red wine poured over ice and topped with lemon soda and, if […]