Riesling is one of the most food friendly wines on the planet and a no-brainer when looking for the perfect pairing for spicy food. I tend to gravitate to German & Alsatian Rieslings, but Washington State and New York are also producing some great ones too. If you think Rieslings are too sweet, think again! Rieslings run…
The long list of celebrities with their own wine labels seems to be growing at a steady pace. Many of these celebrities including the likes of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, Drew Barrymore, Donald Trump, Dave Matthews and Kathie Lee Gifford are turning to the fruit of the vine for their next big project. After…
Our celebration of Virginia wine month continues with a classic varietal from Michael Shaps Wineworks. Michael Shaps has been making wine in Virginia for nearly 20 years. He spent time working for two legendary vineyards (Jefferson Vineyards and King Family Vineyards) prior to opening his own operation in 2007. Shaps has a love for old world wines…
Horton Vineyards in Gordonsville, Virginia has an impressive portfolio of varietals. While they specialize in Rhone varietals like Viognier, the Horton Vintage Port really got my attention. The 2008 Vintage Port is a wonderful dessert wine. Horton was the first winery in Virginia to make a Port after prohibition – beginning with the 1995 vintage. It’s also a…
a href=”http://foryourloveofwine.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/JeffersonBottles.jpg”>The American Wine Revolution began in the heart of Virginia wine country. Thomas Jefferson had a vision of producing world class wines in the new colony that would rival its old world counterparts. Jefferson’s love of the European Vinifera began a 3o year old pursuit that didn’t end very well in his lifetime. Fast…
Valerie Hill Vineyard & Winery is named after the historic home Valerie Hill in Stephens City, Virginia, about an hour outside of Washington DC. The Federal style brick manor house was built in 1807 and remains the centerpiece of the property. Valerie Hill is producing an exceptional dessert wine called Bellaria. Bellaria is an aromatic white…
Sometimes the best things in life can be found down the road less traveled. Chatham Vineyards on Virginia’s historic Eastern Shore is no exception to this rule. The 400 year old farm is nestled between the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. The maritime climate and sandy loam soil create the perfect dynamic for world…
The Penfolds name is synonymous with winemaking in Australia. This year, Penfolds celebrates 170 years as a pioneer in the industry. Penfolds wines run the spectrum from affordable every day wine all the way to the iconic Penfolds Grange. This wine exemplifies the true terroir of South Australia. Grange generally retails for roughly $800 upon…
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars (SLWC) became one of the premiere California wineries after its 1973 Cabernet Sauvignon took home top honors at the 1976 Judgement of Paris in its respective category. This prestigious recognition put America on the international wine map. For nearly two decades Stag’s Leap enjoyed a tremendous following and accolades from critics and consumers…
The 2013 Abbazia di Novacella Kerner from Alto Adige, Italy is this week’s feature wine. Kerner is a an aromatic white grape that was created in 1929 by crossing two German grapes (Riesling and Trollinger). Abbazia is one of the world’s oldest wineries dating back more than 800 years. It was founded by the Augustinian Order of Canons…
Looking for a top tier Napa Cabernet without the hefty price tag? Try reaching for a second label of one of the most esteemed Napa Valley producers. Faust is the second label of the sought after Quintessa. Over the years, many winemakers have realized that there is a big market for the juice that simply falls…
