Rias Baixas, the region in Galicia in Northwestern Spain, is widely known for its Albariño. Paella is not traditionally from there but from Valencia but that said, I was in the mood for Paella with shrimp and that's how the pairing came about. I've never been to the region but it's on my list and... Continue Reading →
Happy Champagne Day!
Happy Champagne Day was first started eight years ago to appreciate this sparkling wine that comes from the Champagne region in France. The Champagne bureau is very active in their promotions yet I need no convincing. I love sparkling wines and I love to celebrating life with Champagne. I love this particular one quite a... Continue Reading →
Wine Wednesday: Re Manfredi Aglianico del Vulture
This week's wine Wednesday is dedicated to Re Manfredi's Aglianico del Vulture from Basilicata. The winery has 120 hectares and the vineyard that makes this wine is at 420 meters above sea level. I tasted it last at this year's Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri event. The woman who was showcasing the wine, Tiziana from GIV... Continue Reading →
Wine Wednesday: Pol Roger Extra Cuvee Reserve
Celebrating life with Champagne. I love Champagne and I love this particular one quite a lot. Pol Roger is one of the last few champagne houses that are still entirely family owned. In fact, my very first wine tasting in New York years ago was a Wildman portfolio tasting, Pol Roger's importer, and a member... Continue Reading →
Snowed In: Austria Will Have To Wait, Drinking Austrian Wines in The City
Like everyone else, I'm snowed in. I'm supposed to be on my way to Austria for a ski trip with friends but the airports are closed, flights are canceled and more delays are expected. What to do, blog about Austria wines. Hopefully before the week is over, I will be drinking some in situ. Over... Continue Reading →