Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Markus Wine Co 2020 Nativo, Lodi
As a fan of unique wine blends, I was captivated by the Markus Wine Co 2020 Nativo from Lodi. A blend of 82 percent Kerner,...
08 September, 2021
Alsace Checks All The Boxes
Alsace is a small region in the north of France but as a wine region, they offer almost everything a wine drinker wants. Still, sparkling,...
07 September, 2021
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Pairing Wine with Potato Chips
Who does not love the salty, crunchy taste of potato chips? Potato chips are the ultimate snack food but did you know that they can...
04 September, 2021
Remi Cohen – CEO of Domaine Carneros
When I first met Remi Cohen a few years ago, I asked her “What is your proudest achievement in your work to date?” Her answer...
02 September, 2021
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Pfendler Vineyards 2019 Chardonnay, Petaluma Gap, Sonoma County
A beautifully vibrant and expressive Chardonnay always puts a smile on my face. And I have been smiling all week after enjoying the Pfendler Vineyards...
01 September, 2021
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Visiting Piazza Family Wines’ Bella Vista Vineyard in Ballard Canyon in the Santa Ynez Valley
There are more than 200 wineries in the Santa Ynez Valley. A small percentage have public wineries open to visitors. Even more have tasting rooms...
28 August, 2021
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Paso Verde 2020 White Wine, Paso Robles
Looking for something SUPER refreshing to beat the summer heat? Crisp, clean, tart, refreshing, and a bit spritzy, the Paso Verde 2020 White Wine from...
25 August, 2021
From Bosnia and Brewing to California: Meet Inspiring Winemaker Samra Morris
As wineries prepare for the upcoming 2021 vintage, for Samra Morris, a young winemaker and the first woman from Bosnia to make wine, it will...
24 August, 2021
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Bosman Family Vineyards 2019 Pinot Noir, Upper Hemel en Aarde Valley, South Africa
Not that an excuse is needed to open up a Pinot Noir, but today is National Pinot Noir Day! It is a day to honor...
18 August, 2021
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Anarchist Wine Co 2020 Piquette
Summer by the pool calls for something easy-drinking and refreshing. Low-alcohol is an added bonus. Delicious is a must. That is why the Anarchist Wine...
11 August, 2021