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Whether you are a Chiefs or Eagles fan or you just want to see what Rhiana is wearing, Superbowl Sunday promises to be a fun-filled day of football excitement. And it’s not just a day for football. Across town, the final round of the Phoenix Open will tee off bright and early in the morning. In other words, you are in for a long day of excitement. And, with all that excitement, you need a few…

Wine of the Day: Aia Vecchia Lagone

Not what you would expect from the Bolgheri region of Tuscany, but Aia Vecchia shines with its luscious Bordeaux-style Lagone ($17) blend of predominantly Merlot, with Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. Aromatic and inviting, the wine opens with wild herb and ripe red berry aromas, followed by a juicy and luscious, yet very dry palate of black cherry, plum, smoked meat, toasted espresso and…

What To Drink Now: May Day White Wines

When you weren’t looking, spring snuck in, with blustery trade winds and constant afternoon showers on the Kona side of our island, tornadoes and hail storms rolling through Texas and Arkansas, and record high temps in parts of California, according to our families. Spring may have passed right by you as you were diligently staying in place in the comfort of your home, but yes, open a window and…

What To Drink Now: Wines To Toast Dad

Portions of this post were published in West Hawaii Today June 11, 2019

The beauty of Father’s Day, outside of honoring dad, is that it falls in the middle of June, right around the official first day of summer, the season when outdoor barbecues and impromptu get-togethers pop up on any given night. To toast, raise a glass with one of these exceptional wines perfect for barbecue pairing and…

We’re Toasting: Inexpensive Wines for the Labor Day Holiday

First published in West Hawaii Today August 21, 2018

As Labor Day approaches, signaling the end of summer, let’s put a few dollars back in our pockets with exceptional everyday wines that taste like they cost considerably more. Each noted selection is widely available for under $20 (many under $15).

I drink pink all year long, and I’m always looking for a delicious Rose that tastes like the…

Affordable & Delicious Italian Wines From Aia Vecchia

Italian wines are some of the best in the world. They can also be some of the most expensive in the world. However, we all know I’m always on the hunt for a affordable and delicious wine and I just so happen to be introduced to one I think you’re going to love. (more…)

Wine Tasting with Elia Pellegrini of Aia Vecchia Winery of Tuscany, Italy

Pursuitist had the opportunity to taste the delicious wines produced by Aia Vecchia with Elia Pellegrini, a member of the Pellegrini family who own the winery that is based in Tuscany, Italy.

Elia, 24, joined his family’s winery three years ago, after retiring from a professional soccer career. He played for several different teams including AS Livorno Calcio, after signing his first contract at…