Welcome to the Summer of Rosé series! Throughout the summer, I will highlight different rosés from around the world. It is no secret that I love the wines from Basel Cellars. So of course, I had to feature their delicious rosé. I will spare you the story of Basel, however, as I’ve shared it a […]
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Summer of Rosé: 2015 Renegade Rosé

Welcome to the Summer of Rosé series! Throughout the summer, I will highlight different rosés from around the world. Who else is glad that summer is here? I know I am. The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming…and the rosé’s are out in full force! Renegade Wine Company is the value label for Walla […]
Wine Wednesday: 2015 Basel Cellars Sauvignon Blanc-Sémillon
Disclaimer: This bottle was provided by the winery for review purposes. All opinions are my own. I know, I know. I talk about Basel Cellars a lot. When wines are as delicious as these ones, though, they deserve to be raved about. In 2015, Basel Cellars brought on a new winemaker, Dirk Brink. He came […]
#TravelTuesday Destination: Basel Cellars
In 1997, a grand home was built in the Walla Walla Valley. This home, clocking in at a whopping 13,800 square feet, was designed to have the same awe-inspiring reactions that the grand American Lodges, such as Timberline Lodge, have. Double River Ranch was the name given to this grand home just south of the […]
FareStart Dinner in Pictures #IFBC15
In the months leading up to IFBC, the Facebook group for attendees and alumni was buzzing with excitement. And who wouldn’t be excited? IFBC is one of the best conferences there is! One of the topics of conversation was a dinner at FareStart. The idea behind FareStart is really awesome. They train adults who are […]
#TravelTuesday: Five Essentials for Travel

This weekend, I’m heading out to the beautiful Walla Walla Valley for wine tasting, testing my new selfie stick I got from Krusteaz while at the International Food Blogger Conference with my cousin, Mom and possibly Grandma, having an “open *that* bottle” night and just having a danged good time. To follow our adventures, make […]
Summer of Rosé: 2014 Renegade Wine Co. Rosé
“Summer of what?” You ask. Rosé. Duh. My goal is to provide you, my dear readers, with a new rosé to seek out and try. Hence, the title…Summer of Rosé. Before I start, I have to apologize for my absence with this series. Prepping to head out to the Wine Bloggers Conference was not conducive […]
Summer of Rosé: Basel Cellars 2901 Rosé
“Summer of what?” You ask. Rosé. Duh. My goal is to provide you, my dear readers, with a new rosé to seek out and try. Hence, the title…Summer of Rosé. I will forewarn you, some of the wines are only available through the tasting rooms. I will do my best to provide you with the […]
Where the Country Meets the City: Walla Walla comes to Portland
I’ve raved about the wonderful wines that come from Walla Walla before here. And for good reason. They’re amazing!! While browsing Facebook one night, I saw that the Walla Walla Wine Alliance was coming to Portland. From luscious, thought-provoking reds to delicate, crisp whites, Walla Walla wines never disappoint. I knew, without a doubt, that […]
Walla Walla – The place so nice, they named it twice
35 years ago, if you had said you were going to Walla Walla, an eyebrow would’ve been raised and a judgmental glance shot in your direction. Why? Because at that point, Walla Walla was known as the destination for criminals who were to be housed at the Washington State Penitentiary. It was not known as […]