The third season of the HBO mini-series, “The Gilded Age” recently dropped at the end of June. “The Gilded Age” highlights the opulence of New York City during the time of rapid industrial growth of the Gilded Era (roughly 1875 – 1900) through the lens’ of two wealthy women. While the series is caught between […]
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A Taste & Tour of Wine Country: Leelanau Peninsula, Michigan
I really enjoy trips to Michigan’s Wine Country in the Leelanau (pronounced: Lee-luh-nah) Peninsula. It has a rather unique vibe and is a bit more relaxing than some of the other wine trips I have taken. Timing really matters when visiting Leelanau. I strongly recommend looking into the weather for the time of year you […]
Voices of the Vine: Episode 07
A Dangerous Wine that Became Our New Year’s Eve Tradition Release Date: December 13, 2024 Today, we’re diving into why we “cheers” with sparkling wine on New Year’s Eve once the clock tolls midnight. This episode is filled with Champagne history, the start of the Ball in Times Square, and why the term “toast” is […]
Voices of the Vine: Episode 06
Taste, Flavor, and Appeal: Wine Buying Tips for Holiday Gifts Release Date: November 29, 2024 The holiday season is upon us, and I know that finding the perfect gift can be stressful and time consuming. So today, Virginia and I are going to save you some time by discussing our favorite wines to buy as […]
Introducing “Voices of the Vine” Podcast
Sip & Swirl subscribers, get ready for DGW’s feature podcast, “Voices of the Vine.” If you have been loving the Sip & Swirl monthly newsletters, I guarantee you will love our monthly podcast. A Little About “Voices of the Vine” “Voices of the Vine” explores the wine industry’s layered system of professionals: winemakers, grape growers, […]
Try a Sip from the Gilded Age…
The second season of HBO mini-series, “The Gilded Age” recently dropped, highlighting the opulence of New York City during the time of rapid industrial growth of the Gilded Era (roughly 1875 – 1900) through the lens’ of two wealthy women. While the series is caught between the “Old New York” elite and industrious “New Money” […]
