Have you ever had a dessert and wine pairing that left you feeling like the mark was missed? If so, you are not alone! While I don’t tend to follow all of the “wine pairing rules,” when it comes to chocolate and wine, or dessert pairings, I often find myself defaulting to this one pairing […]
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Easter Candy Wine Pairings
If you are looking for a creative way to use up all of that Easter candy, consider small wine-and-dessert pairings on Easter weekend (or the weekend after Easter!). Serving candy and wine in small portions to avoid over-sugaring your guests is a fun, unique way to make use of all of that candy. When tackling […]
Cheers to 2022! A Classic Wine Cocktail When It’s Cold Outside
Happy 2022, Wine Lovers! Did you receive a new and exciting wine to try this holiday season? Did you welcome in the New Year with a new bubbly that you would love to share? Don’t forget to find me on Instagram (@dgwinemaking) and share your wine selections with me. I would LOVE to hear about […]
Getting Cozy with Mulled Wine
If mulled wine seems like an annual December holiday tradition to you, you are not alone. Many countries throughout the world celebrate the winter holidays with glasses of mulled wine passed around the living room as family members bask in the warm glow of holiday lights. But, March 3rd is National Mulled Wine Day and […]
Wine Sips with Your Favorite Valentine’s Day Chocolates
Have you ever had a dessert and wine pairing that left you feeling like the mark was missed? If so, you are not alone! One of my greatest food-and-wine pairing pet peeves comes in pairing desserts with wines. With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, I thought this was the perfect opportunity to talk about chocolate […]
