Some have even called sparkling rosé wines… “Romance in a Glass”. What better way to say I love you to your special someone than with a splash of pink effervescence over dinner or by the warmth of a crackling winter’s fire. […]
The eyes greet this wine with its inviting golden color; then the perfume of citrus, honeysuckle and musk waft above it. The palate jumps to life with a titillation of tiny and silky carbonated bubbles, and medium-plus acidity to create a refreshing balance with sweetness. […]
The 2023 In Avane Chardonnay Toscana from San Felice harkens the ancient Etruscan culture known for its art and unique language. It defines a modern Etruscan experience embodied in the artistic creativity and language of wine. In Avane Chardonnay, a new member of the Chardonnay A-List Fraternity. […]
Many also know that I typically cast a wide net around the definition of “local wines”. As it happens, where ever I tend to be in Texas or on many of my worldwide travels, I try to experience the wines local to that region. […]
Texas wine appreciation is encouraging individuality, embrace uncertainty, and seek growth and discovery of something that can be both different and unexpectedly good. […]
Another special aspect of Merry Edward’s Sauvignon Blanc, is its substantial percentage of Sauvignon Musqué, approximately one-third versus the balance of Clone 1. However, you might ask, “What is Sauvignon Musqué? I’ve not heard about that.” […]
Sometimes people think that we’re just assholes, all bitter and cynical, when we talk about it. That’s just not the case. I’m just not telling you that it’s going to be all fun, but I am telling you the truth. It’s still hard work here, but I have proven that good Texas wines can be made (in Texas) at an affordable price. […]
Texas vineyards and wineries now appear to be able to grow what was called the “Rolls Royce of Grapes”, European Vitis vinifera, and make their wines and widely market them like they did in California. […]
We found out that it is an understatement to say that Craig Kritzer at Frogtown Cellars is an outspoken leader in promoting Dahlonega Plateau AVA’s fine wine growing and winemaking. […]
A couple weeks ago, I was driving through Comfort, Texas, and to my left I saw an old friend. It was a friend that I first met in 2008 at the Newsom family’s Rock’n-N B&B […]