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 year....
Turkey and Wine Pairing – Part 2
Turkey and Wine Pairing – Part 2 “Some people serve red wine with Thanksgiving dinner. Some people serve white. My preference is ‘lots of’.” – Crabby Road For those of you who still need to purchase a turkey, you’re running out of time! For those of you still needing...
Turkey and Wine Pairing – Part 1
“If food is the body of good living, wine is its soul”– Clifton Fadiman Six days and counting until Turkey Day! Thanksgiving is a feast of food, family, friends and celebration for most Americans. I would like to focus on the evolution of the holiday to represent the...
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,...
Smooth and Easy Merlot for Fall
Welcome to the Fall Wine Lovers! “Celebrate Fall. Put on your Favorite sweater and cozy up with a glass of wine.” – Wine Wednesday Rule #66 Wednesdays aren’t the only fall day that I like to enjoy a glass of a good wine. Fall offers us a chance to slow down just a...
Summer Heat calls for a light Sauvignon Blanc
Hello PostiveVines followers! I’m back to share more about great wines and spirits. Summer is one of my favorite times of year and I’ve been out and about on short trips sharing new wines at tastings across Texas. When the temperature climbs above 95º, most of us slow...
Cheese and Wine Pairings
“Wine and cheese are ageless companions” – M.F.K. Fisher One of the pleasures of exploring, is the thrill in seeking new places to enjoy good company and a great glass of wine. Scardello (www.scardellocheese.com) on Oak Lawn in Dallas, is the perfect place to escape...
The Legend of Casillero del Diablo!
“When the legends die, the dreams end; there is no more greatness” – Tecumseh The Carménère variety of grape, grown in abundance in Chile, is today’s focus from the Concha Y Toro winery (www.casillerodeldiablo.com). Winemaker Marcio Ramirez enhances the legend of the...
Great Wines to Pair with Summer Barbeques
With the July 4th holiday fast approaching, it’s time to plan for outings with family and friends. If you are a meat lover like I am, I’ve got a great Cabernet Sauvignon. Freakshow is produced and bottled by the Michael David winery (michaeldavidwinery.com). I had...
Try a new Chardonnay for the Summer
How many of you have gone to the store seeking out that new bottle of wine, only to be overwhelmed with the selection? Do you retreat back to the familiar? Be honest- we all have!!! Most weekends you can find me at one of our local beverage or grocery stores hosting a...