Drink
Aug 15, 2017
New Zealand Wines: a Hit in Southern California
On a lovely Southern California summer Sunday afternoon, members of our Wine Review Council imagined themselves far away in the rugged and majestic setting of Mt. Beautiful Winery in North…READ MORE
Jun 29, 2017
Petite Sirahs: Perfect for Summer Cook-outs
What do you know about Petite Sirahs? Most people don’t realize that this grape is a distinct grape variety, an offspring of the Syrah grape and the…READ MORE
May 22, 2017
Kosher Wines Tantalize Our Palates
A few weeks ago, members of our Wine Council attended a Kosher wine tasting. The setting was the beautiful, tropically landscaped patio belonging to wine writer, Robin Dohrn-Simpson, and her…READ MORE
Mar 15, 2017
Beautiful Baja: Stay, Sip, and Savor Valle de Guadalupe
Every time I visit the glorious Valle de Guadalupe I find more treasures: innovative cuisine, exceptional wineries, comfortable accommodations, majestic scenery, and friendly, welcoming people. My last trip with a…READ MORE
Feb 12, 2017
Fazeli Cellars captures the spirit of romance
Romance was alive and well at Fazeli Cellars in the Temecula Valley Wine Country on Saturday night. The winery’s Valentine’s Dinner was an example of the…READ MORE
Jan 31, 2017
Wine and the Good Life
We could say “la buena vida” or "a la bonne vie" or simply “to the good life,” as our Occasional Wine Council started 2017 by tasting wines…READ MORE
Nov 22, 2016
Enjoy Holiday Sparkling Wines from the Wine Exchange
Sparkling wines are so perfect for festive holiday meals, but choosing sparklers that please everyone is a challenge. Let’s look at our Thanksgiving dinner planning as an example.…READ MORE
Nov 10, 2016
Fall Cocktails at Annata Bistro/Bar at Mount Palomar Winery
Cooler temperatures bring about thoughts of cocktails made with more spice and seasonal fruit such as the deep red color of pomegranate. Annata Bistro/Bar at Mount Palomar Winery, located…READ MORE
Sep 11, 2016
Klinker Brick: Six Generations of Nurturing Lodi Grapes
A highlight of the recent Wine Bloggers Conference in Lodi, California, was the Friday night excursions to wineries for tours, tastings and dinner. There were 18 buses full of…READ MORE
Aug 21, 2016
Mount Palomar Winery: a tradition of innovation and excellence
There are many factors that go together to create an exceptional winery experience. While excellent wine may be paramount, superb food, a beautiful setting, and friendly service are also key.…READ MORE
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