What a delicious example of Rosé from Three Sticks Wines. Bright. Juicy. Strawberries. Made with Syrah, Grenache and three different white grapes (Viognier, Grenache Blanc and Marsanne). The pictures do not do the label justice and I love the bottle shape. Maybe I’ll keep it for flowers. On a serious note, in 2017 the fires …
It’s a family affair…
I brightened up my Monday with a yummy pizza and this blend of Grenache, Shiraz and Mataro (Mourvèdre) – what folks lovingly call GSM. This wine is from Powell & Son, located in the Barossa Valley in Australia. I love that this is a family owned winery. The father started out in economics and quickly …
Bubbles and Fried Chicken…
Friendship is something we take for granted. Not intentionally. It just happens. We just figure our friends will always be there. That’s why it’s important to reach out and make time. Even if you have to schedule it weeks in advance. Folks save Champagne for a special occasion. A Birthday. An Anniversary. Not us. On …
A balance of sweet and heat…
The quick stop at WaWa for cheap eats led me to dig in my wine stash for Pink Flow, a dry Spanish Rosé by Sota Els Angels. A thirst-quenching, natural wine with Merlot, Syrah and Carignan. Flavors of strawberry and wafts of floral notes fill my glass. I also taste a little minerality. It worked …
A contest winner…
So I’m not ashamed to admit that I’ve entered a few contests on IG. You know the one where you have to follow, like and tag three of your besties? Well it actually paid off! I entered a Love Jadot (Louis Jadot) Bastille Day contest and won a Rabbit Corkscrew. Yay me! Many years ago, …
Eating noodles in the summertime…
Thank goodness for AC. It allows me to eat Ramen in the summertime. This delicious dish from Chaplins DC is made with chicken, coconut milk, lemongrass, scallions, red chili and cilantro (I added a poached egg for creaminess). A chilled glass of Cab Franc Rosé balanced out my meal quite nicely. Ask for Hillary at …
Rap, wine and energetic times…
Last night showed me what happens when you bring together rap and wine. You get the hella approachable brand “True Wine Connoisseurs” from Rap Legend Sadat X (yes, from the 90’s rap group Brand Nubian!) and producer Will “Tell” Davis. The fun and energetic duo discussed their wines at Free State Bar in DC. The …
Baby it’s hot outside…
This year I have been trying to drink more white wine. For this red wine lover this is not an easy task. However, the crazy heat in DC has made for a smooth transition. I will tell you that this inexpensive white wine (on sale for $12.99 at Zachy’s DC, but I purchased it on …
Rum equals a good time…
What a fun rum tasting class held last Saturday at Acadiana. Monthly classes taught by Scott always equal a good time! Drink some hard to find stuff, take home a folder of info and enjoy an all you can eat buffet lunch. Totally worth the cost. Next up tequila!!
Good vibes and tasty, old wine…
For some serious Winelovers & Somms this post may not mean much. To be able to try wine this old was simply amazing. A 1947 Barolo, 1985 Cote du Rhône and a 1978 Cabernet Sauvignon from Sonoma (all amazing and as they opened up became more amazing!). Someone in the room even got to try …
Eating in the city…
How did I forget to post the fabulous meal from San Lorenzo?!? Shame on me. The refreshing Aperol Spritz, the tender and moist Branzino with potato, tomato and olives and the TRUFFLE Parmesan Corn. Ya’ll truffle and cheese in the corn (OmG!!). I wasn’t sure if I was going to be brave enough to taste …
White wine sipping…
So glad and yet so sad I opened this bottle. Glad because it’s perfect with my pizza (cheese, fresh spinach and white sauce). Sad because it’s my only bottle. I had the immense pleasure to visit Cape Town, South Africa last year. During this visit, one of our wine stops included Delaire Graff. Tasting wine …
One of those days…
You ever have one of those days that you sat at your computer and all you could think about is opening a bottle of wine (of course you have!). That’s been me all day! By the time I finished with my work day and running errands, I find myself floating to my wine stash. Feeling …
Oregon Rosé vs California Rosé…
Both Rosés are from popular winemakers/wineries. Both include Pinot Noir. Both bright, refreshing and delicious (Rosé All Day, right?). Great price points. Do you have a go to Rosé?
Stop and eat the flowers…
Outdoor dining in the middle of summer is normally not my thing. But last night was the perfect evening to dine outside in DC. A friend and I enjoyed a visually stunning dinner and wine pairing at Little Pearl. Little Pearl is part of the world renowned Rose’s Luxury family. There were beautiful edible flowers in …