Sparkling wine in Oregon

Sparkling wine in Oregon

Like bubbles in a glass, the passion to create sparkling wine in Oregon has long been in evidence. But not always at the forefront. That is changing. Winemakers are showcasing Oregon as a leader in producing sparkling wines in addition to featuring reasonable price points. 

Sparkling Rosé for the Summer

Sonoma County, California- photo courtesy Sonoma County Government Sparkling wines (Champagne, Prosecco, Cava) and Rosé wines are two of my favorite go-to selections year round. Rosés are high in abundance during the summer months as they are a delicious treat to drink alone and with 

Ready, set Go! Off to the Wine Bloggers Conference!

Ready, set Go! Off to the Wine Bloggers Conference!

San Francisco Bay – my road to Santa Rosa Fresh from a 4-day intensive technical conference in San Francisco, off I headed to Santa Rosa to hang out with 333 of the best wine bloggers in the industry. 2017 was the 10th anniversary of the 

Sauvignon Blanc Sparkler

“People love wine with bubbles, it makes the wine come alive “ – Rick Anderson My last review in the Villa Maria selection is a fun sparkling Villa Maria Bubbly 2015 Sauvignon Blanc (www.villamaria.com). This is my first time enjoying a bubbly, sparkling sauvignon blanc. 

Fun with Sparkling Wine!

Fun with Sparkling Wine!

Try something fun for the holidays! “Don’t ever let anyone dull your sparkle” – Sally Gilchrist Holiday parties are in full swing. Whether you are hosting friends or want to bring a fun gift as a party favor, sparkling wines are appreciated this time of 

The Season of Family and Celebration

“As long as we have Wine, the Holidays will be just Fine.” – Un-named source Halloween candy is starting to get low in the plastic pumpkins and we are turning our attention to the start of the holiday season with Thanksgiving right around the corner. Hanukkah,