Wine Grapes: Viognier

This lush white from the French Rhone Valley is Syrah’s sister grape and one of the few white grapes that grows well in warmer climates. Its wines are rich and aromatic with pronounced notes of apricot and peach, often coupled with floral notes of orange blossom and honey.

Wine Grapes: Cabernet Franc

This French varietal is used primarily used to lend acidity and to fine Bordeaux-style blends. I have just started drinking Cabernet Franc and...... "me like"!

Wine Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon made its way from France in the mid-19th century. This grape ranges in style from simple, fruity, friendly wines that are great for informal occasions such as picnics, casual get-togethers, or Wednesday night dinner, to big, bold blockbusters full of luscious concentrated fruit and plenty of “wow factor.” This fermented grape will always be my favorite.

Events Around Town: DeJon Vineyards Celebrates Nurses

For the entire month of May, DeJon Vineyards’ will be celebrating Nurses Day. Any nurse (with ID) will receive a free tasting and glass at the winery. That’s an awesome thank you to the people who help save lives on a daily bases. Check out the website for further details http://www.dejonvineyard.com/. Enjoy!!   

A Great Wine Book

If you have been searching for great information on wine, well look no further. My favorite read is Kevin Zraly's Windows on the World, Complete Wine Course. I have read this book like a text book; highlighting phrases and important details. I recommend this book to the wine enthusiast who wants to learn the basics about grapes. I have this book on iBook as well as a hard copy. Happy Reading!

Events Around Town: Good Life Thursdays Happy Hour

I'm so very excited! Starting in May, my favorite happy hour is coming back for the Spring and Summer seasons. Good Life Thursdays Happy Hour at Boordy Vineyards is a one-of-a-kind event. It's free to get into the winery and most of all there is a different live band that plays every week. Plus, they also host a farmers market at the winery. I normally attend this event strait from work. It's a awesome cool down from the week and warm up for the weekend. Check out the website for more details http://www.boordy.com/events/events-at-boordy.

Hope to see ya there! Cheers!!

Wine Classes

Cheers Wine Lovers!!

I just found out that Total Wine will be hosting wine classes. It's always great to learn. And learning more about wine can be intoxicating. I'm interested in the class about Malbec. It's definitely one of my favorite grapes. Hope to see you there! Check out their website for more details http://www.totalwine.com/eng/stores/classes-and-tastings.cfm