Shrimp: A Perfect Pairing Partner for Pinot Grigio
I love shrimp. Whenever Red Lobster rolls out its “Endless Shrimp” promotion, I am so there. This year, for example, the restaurant chain is spotlighting its new Sriracha Grilled Shrimp, described as...
View ArticleTaking Wine to New Heights in Washington
American Viticultural Areas are the U.S. equivalent of wine appellations in France. In order to gain AVA status, an area must be shown to possess unique characteristics that separate it from...
View ArticleSangria: Red or White, It’s a Fun Drink for Summertime… or Anytime
It’s close to summertime, and in Spain, that means it’s Sangria time. Actually, the residents of Spain — at least the ones we encountered in Barcelona last fall — enjoy Sangria all year-round. And why...
View ArticleEat Your Veggies! And Don’t Forget the Wine!
Fresh vegetables are among the best gifts of spring and summer, but those gifts can wreak havoc when it comes to wine pairing. Here are a few ideas to help you navigate those challenges. (And, yes, we...
View ArticleA Chardonnay-Friendly Creamy Pasta Recipe
If yesterday’s Chardonnay sampler got you salivating for a dish to pair with America’s most popular white wine… here it is! In addition to Chardonnay, this dish also makes a sublime companion to Pinot...
View ArticlePan-Seared Cod: Perfect With Pinot Grigio
One of the joys of exploring the wines of Italy is the opportunity to discover varieties you seldom (if ever) seen grown in the United States. In this Vinesse sampler, for instance, you’ll find two...
View ArticleThe Perfect Place for Pinot Grigio
Pinot Grigio is one of those wine varieties that’s easy to love, although there can be a wide quality divide between those sold at the supermarket and those found in the Crisp, Refreshing Pinot Gris...
View ArticleDine Italian Style: Pasta and Wine Pairings
Is there any type of cuisine we associate more with wine than Italian? I sure can’t think of one. This perception has been carved out and perpetuated through hundreds of years of tradition in Italy,...
View ArticlePlan a Super Wine Party for Super Sunday
Yes, we are well past the major holidays for another year… but we have one more major party day to go. Super Bowl Sunday. Even if your team is no longer in the race for the most coveted prize in...
View ArticleAn Easy-to-Prepare Appetizer for the Big Game
As we mentioned in our last blog, a Super Bowl Sunday party calls for some super-easy-to-prepare appetizers. Ones that will go well with easy-drinking white wines such as Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Pinot...
View ArticleRed and White Wine Pairings for French Onion Soup
French onion soup is a dish that’s so simple to make, so good to eat… and a surprisingly good companion to wine. The three keys to French onion soup success: 1. A flavorful, rich stock. 2. Slow-cooked...
View ArticleA Tasty Chicken Salad for Your First ‘Wine Picnic’ of Spring
Yes, you could stop by the supermarket deli and pick up a tub of chicken salad for your first picnic of the year. But where’s the fun in that? Why not make the chicken salad yourself, and use some...
View ArticlePlanning a Trip to Oregon’s Pinot Noir Country
From the first Oregon Pinot Noir vine and trailblazing biodynamic vintners to family-run roadside stands selling local, organic produce, artisan cheeses and much more, the Willamette Valley is a...
View ArticleSummertime Is Sangria Time… in Spain and Beyond
It’s summertime, and in Spain that means it’s Sangria time. Actually, the residents of Spain enjoy Sangria all year-round. And why not? It’s fun to drink, and because it can be paired with a wide...
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