WINE OF THE WEEK
Valen-wines
The playwright Euripides, who died in 406 BC, is quoted as saying, “Where there is no wine, there is no love.” With Valentine’s Day kicking off a long weekend this year – at a time when it seems we need love more than ever – it’s good to know there are wines that pair perfectly with all kinds of feelings about love. In choosing Valen-wines, […]
Brut Rose Cava
New Year’s Eve is behind us, and 2020 is here. Don’t let the celebrations draw to a close too quickly. Remember that bubbles do make everything better – the more the merrier! Here’s a fun and affordable bottle that’s not only delicious, but has an equally delightful history. This Brut Rose Cava, a blend of Garnatxa, Pinot Noir, and Trepat, is what the Spanish artist […]
Making Your List and Checking It Twice
‘Tis the season for lists, alright! Not only your own, but ones that start coming out with end-of-year recommendations or specials. Here’s one that is well worth sharing, as it features a Hudson Valley wine among a global line-up:
The Passionate Foodie Blog listed his Top 10 Wines Over $20 from around the world and – lo and behold – this one made the list: “2016 […]
Here’s some wine fun
I was at a Wine Swap last night with the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce. All attendees brought a wrapped bottle of wine that was put on a large table. Everyone pulled a cork with a number on it. When it was time, the numbers were called off and people chose one bottle from among the copious selection. When all were picked, everyone was given […]
A “Wine of the Week” is brought to you by Dominique DeVito, a founder of the Hudson-Chatham Winery in Ghent, NY, and lifelong food and wine enthusiast. In Vino Veritas!
