Stacy's Wine Blog September 2006 Archive

V. Sattui Winery Profile
Perhaps the most quaint winery on Highway 29, V. Sattui is the winery that people who are "going to Napa" for the first time are hoping to find. Complete with ... Read More

Friday September 29, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: Pink Truck Wine 2005 (CA) $ 11
The new 2005 Pink Truck wine is a beautiful blend of summer fresh berries and exotic citrus fruits that make a distinct palate impression. Technically speaking this wine is ... Read More

Thursday September 28, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Napa Vineyards Escape Wildfire
For those who keep watch on Napa's comings and goings as though it were a second home, you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that the beloved area has ... Read More

Wednesday September 27, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine Recommendations for Pizza Nights
Fall is officially here and the hunt for easy dinner options, football season and busier schedules make "Pizza Nights" a welcome reprieve from the hustle and bustle of shopping, chopping ... Read More

Saturday September 23, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Could Red Wine Help Prevent Alzheimer's?
According to researchers at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, red wine may prevent plaques from forming in the brain that could lead to Alzheimer’s. Moderate (1 glass per day for ... Read More

Friday September 22, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: Penfolds St. Henri Shiraz 2002 (Australia) $40
The Penfolds St. Henri Shiraz 2002 is a shining example of what every Australian Shiraz aspires to be. It offers both well-balanced acidity and intense dark fruit flavors, ... Read More

Thursday September 21, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Marquis Philips Shiraz 2004 (Australia) $10
The Marquis Philips Shiraz 2004 is a lovely blend of blackberry, black cherry and pepper with a kick of spice all enveloped in vanilla nuances. A perfect wine for ... Read More

Saturday September 16, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

California Winemaker Protects Grapes with Sunscreen
Some California grapes grow "wrinkle-free" despite scorching summer sun, thanks in large part to sunscreen! Read more...

Friday September 15, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Colorado Winefest this Weekend!
September 14-17, Colorado's western grape growing regions of Palisade and Grand Junction will host the 15th Annual Colorado Mountain Winefest. This fantastic event will feature 43 Colorado wineries, tasting ... Read More

Thursday September 14, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Tips for Ordering Wine in a Restaurant
So you are at your favorite restaurant and out comes the intimidating, leather bound wine list, which can often have anywhere from 20-40 different types of wines from various countries ... Read More

Friday September 8, 2006 | permalink | comments (1)

Wine Headaches
If you suffer from wine induced headaches, then Living Essentials may have just the remedy for you. It's called Wine Chasers and it is a homeopathic, all natural remedy ... Read More

Thursday September 7, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: Glazebrook Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2005 (NZ) $14
The Glazebrook Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2005 is a vibrant, lime-like Sauvignon Blanc that is a perfect wine for the summer to fall flavor transitions. This is a well balanced ... Read More

Wednesday September 6, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Ancient Roman Wines in France
About.com's Travel Guide for seniors, Ferne Arfin, has just posted a fabulous article about a French vineyard in (AOC Costieres de Nimes)that is undertaking the vinification of ancient Roman wines. ... Read More

Friday September 1, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)

Last of Summer Watermelon Soup Recipe
Many thanks to About.com's Greek Food writer, Nancy Gaifyllia, for laying out such a unique summer treat in easy-to-follow detail! This Watermelon Soup calls for a dessert wine in ... Read More

Friday September 1, 2006 | permalink | comments (0)