Driving into the Santa Cruz Mountains
Sitting above the fog line, the Santa Cruz Mountains AVA is a diverse region made up of numerous microclimates. This diversity allows for a diversity...
24 May, 2022
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Water & Wines Wine Puzzles
Studying wine, especially Italian wine, can be challenging. Puzzles, which require an eye for detail, as well as patience, are also a challenge. Combine the...
21 May, 2022
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Dutcher Crossing 2018 Pinot Noir, Terra de Promissio Vineyard, Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
A good wine has a sense of place. As I opened a bottle of Pinot Noir this week, I could almost taste the cool wind...
18 May, 2022
Under The Radar Pinot Meunier
Known mostly as a blending partner in Champagne, Pinot Meunier is often an under the radar grape. But there are those who see this grape...
17 May, 2022
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Alma de Cattleya 2021 Rosé of Pinot Noir, Sonoma County
Spring is here! The sun is shining, flowers are in bloom, and nothing puts a smile on my face more than a pretty pink wine....
11 May, 2022
Understanding Pinot Noir – Oregon To California
When sipping a Pinot Noir, can you tell where it is from? I attended a blind wine tasting of Pinot Noirs at World of Pinot...
10 May, 2022
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Lago di Garda, Chiaretto di Bardolino, Michelin Star Dining and More
This past week has been a whirlwind of fun as I spent the week in Italy for L'Anteprima del Chiaretto di Bardolino. Chiaretto, which means...
07 May, 2022
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Luna Hart Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Grimm’s Bluff, Happy Canyon AVA
Sauvignon Blanc is often described as having notes of lime, grapefruit, pineapple, gooseberry, and passion fruit, as well as with herbal notes such as lemongrass,...
04 May, 2022
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Hospice du Rhône Paso Robles 2022
2022 is the year of reunions and this past weekend was a reunion that many in the wine world have been eagerly anticipating! Hospice du...
30 April, 2022
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Cavaletti 2019 Alicante Bouschet, Swayze Vineyard, Los Angeles County
Alicante Bouschet is a big and bold wine. But despite its intense color and big aromatics, it is a high acid wine. This is what...
27 April, 2022