Well, real life has certainly applied since I last posted. After a crazy summer, there’s a lot to report. But I’ll start with what I’ve been drinking … 2017 Shallow Seas Rosé This stunning rosé from Real Nice Winemakers is a Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling blend. The nose is full of nectarine and wild […]
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It’s Complicated: Naked Winery “Complicated” Viognier
So I’ll let you in on an inside joke between my cousin and I. Quite often, we end up saying, “We need to go get Naked!” or “We need to get Penetrated!” We don’t mean it in a sexual manner, either. What it really means is that we are itchin’ to go to Naked Winery. […]
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Summer of Rosé: Basel Cellars 2901 Rosé
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: Charles & Charles 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 […]
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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 […]
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Super Bowl: A Time to Eat, Drink and Have Fun
Super Bowl Sunday is just a few days away. In your last minute preparations, have you thought about what you’re going to drink? I see you shaking your head. Don’t fret. Here’s a quick roundup of what to serve at your Super Bowl party and *NOT* break the bank. Now, there’s no questioning who I’m […]
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A Thanksgiving Wine Primer
Thanksgiving is, by a foodie standard, the orgasmic holiday. Everyone stresses the perfect turkey, the perfect sides, the perfect desserts and the holy grail…the perfect wine pairings. The typical Thanksgiving dinner has a myriad of flavors. Turkey. Mashed potatoes. Green bean casserole. Macaroni and cheese (that may just be my family…). Stuffing/dressing. Cranberry sauce. An […]
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One Girl, One Glass in the kitchen…Oven Roasted Salmon & Renegade Wine Rosé
The last Thursday (usually) of every month, Sean Sullivan from Washington Wine Report hosts a virtual tasting via Twitter. This month, the wine chosen was Renegade Wine Company’s 2013 Columbia Valley Rosé. Now, we’ve been having some wild weather here at the world headquarters. A freak snowstorm that left me with a foot of snow […]
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The Redneck’s Approach to Broken Corks
Yeah, I admitted it. I’m a redneck. But a classy one. I mean, I make DAMN sure that the person I date isn’t related to me (I have enough of that freaky-deaky stuff in my lineage…I don’t need to contribute to it!). I make sure I sound educated. Don’t ask me the square root of […]
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Drinking For A Cause – 2009 ONEHOPE Arroyo Seco Reserve Pinot Noir
First off, an apology for just up and disappearing. Things got a little crazy in my personal life and…yeah. I had to put this on the backburner. But I’m back, with my batteries recharged and ready to go!! Over the last year, I have followed the successes, the trials and the tribulations of two extremely […]
