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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Voices of the Vine: Episode 11
Wine Tasting Short: Bodegas Lan 2020 Rioja Crianza Release Date: February 28, 2025 Photos by: Denise M. Gardner Today’s Wine Tasting Short is a part of a two-part series. This is going to be part one where we start to explore some wines from Rioja. In our oaky series, we’ve been talking a lot about […]
Voices of the Vine: Episode 08
Mulling it Over: Making Bad Wine Better Release Date: January 17, 2025 Mulled wine is a traditional, seasonal libation that many cultures enjoy during the winter months. Today, we’re exploring the time period that popularized this wine and various ways we enjoy this cup of warmth. Links for things mentioned in this episode: • March […]
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 […]
The One-Stop-Shop for Buying Holiday Wine Gifts
In the spirit of not getting too stressed during the holiday season, I’m covering all things wine gifting. The what-to-buy, the how-to-wrap, and the little extras you can add to the purchase to let someone you love know you care. First, the what-to-buy. Virginia and I shared our wine-buying secrets when it comes to gifting wine! […]
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 […]
