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Harvest Time at Connecticut’s Vineyards

Check out my Harvest piece about the Connecticut wine grape harvest and CT wine on CTVisit.com!

Connecticut’s Musto Wine Grape Co.

Top 3 Wines for October

October is one of my favorite months. The weather gets cooler, the leaves change, Halloween is around the corner, and big bold wines are in my future. Read below for the 3 wines I will be enjoying this month and which fall foods to par them with.

I don’t know about you, but when it’s fall I prefer warm, cozy, and comforting food. Try a local red like Chamard Vineyard’s…

Winemaker Interview: Christiana McDougal of Black Birch Winery #winemaker #wine #winemaking #winetime #womeninwine #womenwinemakers

In this week’s Winemaker Interview Christiana McDougal talks about how wine is constantly inspiring her to test out different winemaking regions, styles, and varieties. Christiana is a winemaker who has experienced an interesting portfolio of winemaking regions – including Bordeaux, Washington State, California, and Massachusetts. Check out how her diverse learning experiences have influenced her…

Winemaker Interview: Michele McAuliffe of R Dee Winery #womenwinemaker #connecticutwine #ctwine #winetasting

In this week’s Winemaker Interview Michele McAuliffe talks about how her Grandfather inspired her and her husband Mark to open their family winery.

“R Dee Wineryis a family owned winery with a focus on grape to glass by utilizing grapes from regions that grow them best. Our grandfather, Richard Dee, taught us to put family ­first and always follow your dreams. He has inspired us to continue to…

“So how did you fall in love with wine?”

This is the question to ask Delia Viader. I’ve never seen someone get so excited and light up responding to a question. It’s clear that both Delia and her son Alan are passionate about what they do, and their enthusiasm is contagious.

Meeting this genuine and dynamic duo was a dream come true. I attended a class at UC Daviscirca 2008 where they brought us…

My Top New England Must Haves - Wine, Fall Fashion, and More! #fallwine #fallfashion #newenglandmusthaves #newengland

As the temperature starts to drop and the leaves start to change, I can’t help but think about my New England fall favorites.

  CT Wine Passport

The CT Wine Trail Passportis a great way to check out all of the farm wineries in the state! Although it is missing a few of my local favorites, it is a comprehensive list of a lot of the wineries in the area. If you get all the stamps in your passport…

Engagement Ring Shopping for Valentine’s Day? *Sponsored*

Hello to all of you people out there who are getting ready to propose! Are you engagement ring shopping but don’t know where to start? I have found the GREATEST website to help you pick out that perfect sparkly piece of jewelry for your love. Check out Isabel Bond‘s Ring Match Service to get started. Why is this website so great? Let me tell you. It has this handy “Ring Match” option where you…

Why You Should Bring a “Memory Wine” to Thanksgiving

When I drink any Ceja wine I am automatically transported back to their winery and recall the incredible memories made there.  These “wine memories” include spending time with great friends, possibly playing bocce and/or learning to dance salsa, enjoying authentic, delectable Mexican food, and sipping on delicious wine.  I always get a warm feeling (not just from the alcohol ;)) when I drink Ceja…

On National Zinfandel Day (11/15/17) I enjoyed the Lamborn Family Vineyards 2013 Howell Mountain Zinfandel. This Zin is special to me because when I purchased this all of the proceeds from my purchase went towards the victims of the Northern California fires. Support those affected by buying & drinking California wines! Tasting Notes: Deep, dark color, full bodied, notes of blueberry, black…

Bubbles for the Win – Gloria Ferrer Anniversary Vintage

Enjoyed the 2010 Gloria Ferrer  sparkling Anniversary vintage at the Wine Bloggers Conference last week and these bubbles are the bombdotcom!! A yeasty yet fruity vibe – could drink this all day and all night 🍾🥂#bubblesforthewin #sonomastrong

How to Prep for National Merlot Day {11-7-17} *Sponsored* #thevelvetdevil #howmerlotcanyougo

Why Merlot? Why NOT Merlot?! Ever since the movie Sideways, Merlot has gotten a bad rep. Merlot is one of the most delicious and versatile wine varieties out there. Awesome berry flavors, super smooth with a “liquid” cashmere like quality, and pairing great with most foods. What is there not to love about Merlot? Since National Merlot Day is coming up,  I’ve been looking for Merlot to…

How You Can Help People Affected by the California Fires

As many of you have heard devastating fires are ripping through Northern California. Napa, Sonoma, Santa Rosa, and Solano County (Suisun Valley) have all been affected. Currently friends are evacuating to safety. In this time of sadness and chaos it is difficult being so far away from friends and my west coast family. It limits us to what we can do to help.  I will personally be making donations…

Women Winemakers of CT Featured in the CT Beverage Journal

I feel so honored to be a part of such a talented, intelligent, kind, and hard working group of women. Thank you to the CT Beverage Journal for including us in this month’s issue. #GirlsMakeWineToo