Posts by dwsumner

With Valentine’s Day coming up in a few weeks, it may be time to consider laying in some romantic wines. Because we make a Pinot Noir Rosé, we’ll start there! Our Oliva Vineyard provides us with all the fruit for this lively wine, which is created entirely of Pinot Noir grapes. This wine displays heady floral aromas, featuring apricot blossoms, while flavors of wild mountain strawberries, stone fruits, and mint notes tease...

New Year’s resolutions are easiest to keep if they’re fun, and learning more about wine definitely qualifies! Here’s a list that you can use throughout the year… Build a collection or wine cellar If you don’t already have a spot to store your wine, find one. It can be as simple as a closet, space under the stairs, wine fridge, or kitchen cabinet. Or, if you have the space and the means, you can do a full...

Sometimes we toast the New Year with friends, and sometimes it’s just the two of us. A New Year’s Eve for two can boast more exotic ingredients, since the quantity is smaller, but can also be a more unique affair, crafted from your favorite flavors. Here are some ideas… Classic, Elegant, European Sparkling crystal, fine champagne, and some world-class seafood set the tone for this celebration for two. Buy the best...

Even though some desserts better lend themselves to coffee or even strong spirits, there are wines that will work for almost any dessert. Let’s explore… Dessert: Apple Pie Wine Pairing: Ice Wine Ice wine is a type of dessert wine produced from grapes that have been frozen while still on the vine. The water inside the grapes freezes, allowing a more concentrated juice to be pressed from the frozen grapes, resulting in a...

You could always go to your local wine shop, pick up a great vintage, and an equally great bag (Perhaps even an insulated bag that keeps wines cool? Two gifts in one!), but that kind of gift has been overdone. Other ideas? Here you go… Wine Gift Cards Many retailers offer wine gift cards—even online—and that allows your recipients to choose their own favorites. Wine Clubs Here’s a gift that keeps on giving! Clubs range...