Author: Donita
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A review of wines I tasted this week
José Maria da Fonseca Colecção Privada Muscatel Roxo – Portugal Normally made in an off-dry style, this rosé is dry and delicious. Made from the rare Moscatel Roxo grape, expect some plush red berries and citrus on the palate, it’s refreshing and slightly different from what you might have had recently in a rosé. Domaine…
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The wine region of Paso Robles, CA – part 2
As I mentioned in part 1, I recently fell in love with the wine region of Paso Robles, CA. And, during a recent trip there, I discovered some great wineries making great wine from new and old world varietals. The wines listed below were part of our very first tasting of the day, introducing us…
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The wine region of Paso Robles, CA – part 1
Before I began studying wine, wine regions and the basics of viticulture, I would choose a wine by a critics pick, the label, or the price. If you are thinking that probably was not the best way to buy wine, you’re right, it’s a mildly ignorant way to buy wine. I didn’t know the story…
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An obscure red wine from Spain
Many people enjoy shopping in general for anything from cars to clothes to boats to shoes. And many enjoy shopping specifically for wine, beer or spirits. In fact, some folks could spend a very long time in a liquor store (hours even), looking, reading and asking questions before purchasing their beverage of choice. And it’s…
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Chinon Rosé from France
I do believe that when (if) I retire, I’ll be spending my days golfing and relaxing in the evenings in a warm desert climate or on my tropical island, where it’s normal to have a cold nightcap like a beer or chilled glass of wine! Until that day comes, you’ll find me enjoying the warm…
Wine and Travel Concierge 