Winery Visits Category
Port wine, the nectar of the regular folk
We have champagne to thank for the evolution of what we now know as modern day port wine. In the late 17th century, champagne became known as a modern wine and was incredibly popular with the British and, of course, with the French. According to legend, a Benedictine monk, Dom Pierre Pérignon, pioneered quality changes […]
Seasons of the Vine in La Rioja
A single wine estate, such as Finca La Emperatriz, is beautiful, especially when the clouds roll in. The colors of nature naturally come forward and create this beautiful contrast. We are currently in the time of year, while unpredictable lately, goes the saying, “April showers, bring May flowers!” In this case, the month of April, […]
An Insider’s Guide to the Willamette Valley
Posted on November 6, 2016
Often I am asked, “Where would you go if you were to visit the Willamette Valley?” Here are a few of my favorites.