Stacy's Wine Blog May 2007 Archive

California Vintners Unveil PR Campaign
California is set to battle and define the state's wine presence as a unique and independent growing "nation" - equal and defined as clearly as France, Italy, Australia, etc. ... Read More

Thursday May 31, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Sangria Recipes
Summer is almost here and with it come the sizzlin' summer Sangrias! Sangria, a super summertime wine "punch" with its traditional heritage well rooted in Spain. Typically, Sangria is ... Read More

Friday May 25, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: Hogue Cellars Fume Blanc 2005 (WA) $8
The Hogue Cellars Fume Blanc (Sauvignon Blanc grape) is a perfect party white wine. The dominant aroma and flavor of this wine begin with grapefruit and are followed by ... Read More

Thursday May 24, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Wines for Weddings
We are almost to "wedding season" and one of the many choices to be made for the big day centers around wine and Champagne. When the subject of weddings ... Read More

Friday May 18, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

French Winemaker Blends Varietals, Vintages and Regions
Bordeaux winemakers used to make a practice of blending Bordeaux with Syrah from the Northern Rhone, to smooth out a demanding vintage, but at the turn of the century this ... Read More

Thursday May 17, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: Swanson Vineyard's Napa Valley Pinot Grigio 2006 (CA) $21
Swanson Vineyard's 2006 Napa Valley Pinot Grigio has a light yellow hue and expresses the aromatic nuances of citrus fruits wrapped in honeysuckle. This Pinot Grigio will knock your ... Read More

Tuesday May 15, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Mother's Day Mimosa Recipes
Mimosas are often associated with special occasions or brunch events, this Mother's Day bring your special brunch to the next level with a few new Mimosa recipes. From the traditional ... Read More

Friday May 11, 2007 | permalink | comments (1)

The Politics of Wine
This week vintners are wining and dining lawmakers on Capitol Hill to gain access to federal funds and have their say on proposed wine-related legislation. Check-out the issues at ... Read More

Friday May 11, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: Folie à Deux Winery's Ménage à Trois Red 2005 (CA) $11
Folie à Deux Winery's 2005 Ménage à Trois Red table wine is a gutsy blend of three unique varietals: Zinfandel, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon - a brazen blend that ... Read More

Thursday May 10, 2007 | permalink | comments (2)

Mother's Day Wine Gift Ideas
Mother's Day is just over a week away and this year's Top 10 Mother's Day Wine Gift Ideas feature the "best of the best" that the wine world has to ... Read More

Friday May 4, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)

Wine of the Week: J Vintage Brut 2002 (CA) $32
The "J" Wine Company puts out a fantastic vintage brut. The 2002 J Vintage Brut is the current vintage available for your formal and informal summer celebrations. Hailing ... Read More

Wednesday May 2, 2007 | permalink | comments (0)