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# From The Vine To Wine: Public & Private Wine Tastings, Classes, Training and Consulting in NH & ME

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## Posts
- [Sparkling Wine Pairings for Every Occasion: An Enthusiast’s Guide](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/12/26/sparkling-wine-pairings-every-occasion/): There’s something magical about popping open a bottle of sparkling wine. Whether it’s a casual brunch, a lively gathering with friends, or a special celebration, bubbles have the power to elevate any moment. But choosing the right sparkling wine for the occasion—and the food—can make your experience even more memorable. From classic Champagne to unique bottles from Oregon and New Zealand, here’s my guide to the best sparkling wine pairings for every palate and event.
- [WHY PORTUGUESE WINE SHOULD BE IN YOUR GLASS RIGHT NOW](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/10/02/why-portuguese-wine-should-be-in-your-glass-right-now/): As one of the top three European wine destinations for travelers, Portugal has a global appeal - and thise travelers are getting a taste of the fantastic wines of this country.
- [TOP 5 WINE MYTHS DEBUNKED](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/08/27/top-5-wine-myths-debunked/): I, like most wine educators and enthusiasts, follow Jancis Robinson, the highly respected British wine critic, journalist, and author, widely recognized as one of the most influential voices in the world of wine. I recently read an article she wrote for the Financial Times, and I thought she did a great job dispelling wine myths. Here are the top five that I have encountered with my wine students and clients.
- [Wine Pairing Recommendations for Thanksgiving Dinner](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/10/31/wine-pairing-thanksgiving-dinner/): Kick off your Thanksgiving celebration with a sparkling wine that sets a festive tone and awakens the palate. A classic Brut NV Champagne offers crisp acidity, delicate bubbles, and flavors of citrus and brioche, making it a versatile aperitif. For a more budget-friendly but equally delightful option, try  a Cava from Spain, which brings lively citrus and apple notes and a refreshing finish. Both choices will stimulate appetites and pair well with appetizers like cheeses, nuts, or light hors d'oeuvres.
- [The White Wine Renaissance: 5 Trends to Watch in 2025](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/08/07/the-white-wine-renaissance-5-trends-to-watch-in-2025/): I've been reading a lot of industry reports, and this year, the stage is set for white wines to have their time in the spotlight. Once seen as the understated sibling to robust reds, white wine is now enjoying a renaissance driven by innovation, sustainability, and the shifting palates of a new generation of wine lovers. Trends in white wine are guided by both a return to classic elegance and a bold embrace of novel flavors, techniques, and experiences. Let’s uncork the trends defining white wine in 2025.
- [The Drink of Summer: The Spritz, its origin, and how it is made](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/07/30/drink-of-summer-spritz-origin-how/): Summer is here full on - with hot sunny days that beg for a thirst-quenching cocktail. Time for the Spritz - the quintessential drink of summer. It's on every drink menu and cocktail special from coast to coast and around the world.
- [“Vines and Values: A Consumer’s Guide to Sustainable Wine” Author Interview](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/04/30/vines-and-values-sustainable-wine-guide/): I am so honored to have had the opportunity to interview wine author Sandra Taylor again, this time about her new book, "Vines and Values: A Consumer's Guide to Sustainable Wine". Sandra is an expert on sustainability going back decades to her Starbucks days, and in this book she does an amazing job of explaining and demystifying the concept of sustainability.
- [Regenerative Agriculture: Creating Better Wine and a Healthier Environment](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/03/31/regenerative-agriculture-better-wine-healthier-environment/): You may have heard the phrase “Great wine begins in the vineyard,” and more and more winemakers and growers are realizing this is true. Sustainable, organic, biodynamic, low intervention - all of these practices are becoming more and more common as many in the wine world turn away from the 20th-century farming philosophy of using pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizer. The momentum is now moving toward regenerative agriculture - a type of farming that’s healthier for the environment, vines, grapes, and our health. They are also understanding the impact that better farming practices can have on the wine itself.
- [Wade Cellars: NBA Star Dwyane Wade Makes Wine More Inclusive](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/02/17/wade-cellars-nba-star-dwyane-wade-wine/): To celebrate Black History Month this February, we are focusing on celebrity Dwyane Wade, former NBA star and founder of Wade Cellars. Established in 2014 as a partnership between Dwyane Wade and the Pahlmeyer family, Wade Cellars is producer of approachable California wines and a principled advocate for making the wine industry more welcoming to everyone.
- [Wine and Chocolate – a Love Match](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/02/03/wine-and-chocolate-a-love-match/): Wine is wonderful, but for a special treat, wine and chocolate can be a perfect paring. With Valentine's Day around the corner, it is a great time to try out some delicious combination with your favorite chocolates for a special romantic treat.
- [Top Five Wine Trends for 2025](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2025/01/03/top-five-wine-trends-for-2025/): Happy New Year! Even if you are abstaining during Dry January, please take a look at my top trends in the wine industry for 2025... some may surprise you!
- [Celebrity Reese Witherspoon’s New Wine](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/10/31/celebrity-reese-witherspoon-new-wine/): Let's explore the intersection of wine and the celebrities we love. Learn more about celebrity actor Reese Witherspoon's new wine Drop of Sunshine.
- [Get to Know Gamay and Beaujolais](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/10/30/get-to-know-gamay-and-beaujolais/): Gamay Noir, or just Gamay, is the lesser-known grape that is the basis of wines from the Beaujolais region of France. It has a long and interesting history and was once one of the main grapes grown in Burgundy…until it was banished! I think it gets somewhat of a bad rap because of this, and also because many know it only from the fruity, bubblegum and kirsch flavored Beaujolais Nouveau wines that are released the third Thursday of November. Here’s a little information about it and how you can experience this grape at its best.
- [Is Orange Wine Perfect for Fall? History & How It’s Made](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/10/01/is-orange-wine-perfect-for-fall/): Put away your rosé and try something new this fall. Orange wine originated in 6000 B.C. in the country of Georgia. Now it's making a comeback.
- [WSET Classes in Portsmouth and Exeter NH, and Portland ME](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/09/10/wset-classes-portsmouth-exeter-portland/): I am a Certified Educator with Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET), an international certification organization based out of London. (Visit my About page to read my full credentials.) Something you may not know, they also have certifications in Spirits, Beer and Sake! I work for the northeast's premier wine school, Commonwealth Wine School out of Cambridge, MA, but I teach WSET classes throughout New Hampshire and Maine.
- [Best Wine Shop in Portsmouth, NH](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/07/29/best-wine-shop-in-portsmouth-nh/): I shop for wine very often, and I'd like to share my favorite local spots with you! Instead of searching for "Wine Store Near Me", check out my recommendations for best wine shops in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. These three wine shops are my favorites to find quality wines, each with a different focus.
- [Interview with Santiago Deicas, Winemaker from Uruguay](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/07/03/interview-santiago-deicas-winemaker-from-uruguay/): Recently, I had the pleasure of sitting down to interview winemaker Santiago Deicas of the Familia Deicas winery to talk about what makes Uruguay a perfect wine producing region. We also discuss his family's winemaking history and try three of his outstanding wines: Preludio, Albarino, and Tannat.
- [Antigal Winery & Estates: New World Winery of The Year 2023](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/05/30/antigal-winery-estates-new-world-winery-of-the-year-2023/): Malbec, the grape that put the Argentine wine industry on the map, is one of my favorites, and I was so thrilled to be able to try a bottle from the fabulous Antigal Winery & Estates of the Uco Valley in Argentina.
- [Don’t Like Chardonnay, You Say?](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/05/21/dont-like-chardonnay-you-say/): I hated Chardonnay for most of my life. Buttery, oaky, full bodied....you know what I mean. I was drinking the typical California style Chardonnay wine like the best selling Kendall-Jackson.
- [Malbec and Torrontes: Argentina’s Red and White Wine “Gems”](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/05/21/malbec-torrontes-argentinas-red-white-wine-gems/): Having dinner last weekend at a Brazilian steakhouse and drinking a lovely Malbec from Argentina… and hosting a Latin American wine dinner this week, made me think about two wines that are “gems”. Malbec and Torrontes - I especially enjoy these wines when eating food from South America.
- [Sustainable Wine with Sandra Taylor: Regenerative Organic Agriculture](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/05/10/sustainable-wine-sandra-taylor-regenerative-organic-agriculture/): In our last discussion we talked about the impact packaging has on sustainability. Today Sandra Taylor shares her insights on industry challenges including climate change, declining wine consumption, and communicating the message of sustainable wine to a younger generation.
- [Debunking Myths About Rosé Wine](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/05/07/debunking-myths-about-rose-wine/): Rosé wines are one of my favorites to drink. You may have already discovered how fabulous they are too. Once the weather gets warmer, my palate changes to lighter foods, and I steer away from heavier reds.
- [Celebrity Wines: Sun Goddess by Mary J. Blige](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/03/11/celebrity-wines-sun-goddess-blige/): Her passion for wine tasting led her to fall in love with the wines of northeastern Italy, especially the fresh crisp white wine the region is famous for. Eventually she was introduced to the Fantinel family of Friuli-Venezia-Giulia. After visiting their vineyard, Mary and Fantinels decided to collaborate in a new partnership to launch Sun Goddess Wines.
- [2024 Top Wine Trends: What’s In and What’s Out](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2024/01/30/2024-top-wine-trends/): What are the top wine trends in 2024? Reds, Whites, Rosés? Organic Wine? Learn what's in and what's out, and what we recommend this year.
- [Dry January, damp january or Try January?](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/12/31/damp-dry-january-try-january/): Thinking about going alcohol free in January? Options include Dry, Damp or Try January.
- [Women in Wine: INterview with Stephanie Franklin, Founder of Fly Wines](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/11/21/women-in-wine-interview-with-stephanie-franklin-founder-of-fly-wines/): I am so happy to introduce you to Stephanie Franklin, Founder and CEO of Fly Wines, a minority-owned wine company, bringing the world's finest wines from independent wineries to the U.S.
- [Women in Wine: Beth Moreno of Venetian Hills Casa Vinicola, Asolo Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G.](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/11/01/beth-moreno-venetian-hills-asolo-prosecco/): Beth Moreno is coming to visit! As you can read in the interview excerpt below, she is owner and winemaker at Venetian Hills Casa Vinicola, a top Prosecco producer in the D.O.C.G. region. Join us on Saturday, March 2, 2024 to hear Beth speak about the enchanting world of Venetian wines and indulge in their rich flavors. Samples of 6 wines will be paired with light bites to enhance your tasting experience at Stroll Café & Wine Bar in Portsmouth, NH.
- [More Than Meets the Glass: Interview with Glass Designer Kurt Josef Zalto](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/10/12/more-than-meets-the-glass-interview-with-glass-designer-kurt-josef-zalto/): An interview with esteemed glassware designer Kurt Joseph Zalto
- [Travel to Georgia with Road Scholar for the wine and culture](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/09/18/travel-to-georgia-with-road-scholar-for-the-wine-ad-culture/): Georgia (the country, not the state) is an up and coming destination for wine lovers and those looking for something more than the typical European tourist experience.
- [Wine and Cheese ARE A PERFECT PAIR](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/09/05/wine-and-cheese-are-perfect-pair/): Wine and cheese are a match made in heaven...but have you ever wondered why? It all comes down to science and the chemistry of both. They work well together because the components enhance the flavors when consumed together.
- [The inKRUGible Music of Champagne](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/08/16/the-inkrugible-music-of-champagne/): Wine, in its very essence, is one of the great simple pleasures of life. Yet for a drink that is the epitome of hedonism, wine, ironically, can be quite daunting. Everything from the mystical terminology, old school wine tasting protocol, formal serving etiquette to the theatre of uncorking a bottle, not to mention the pervading wine snobbery culture associated with the biblical beverage comes off as pretentiously too intellectual and technical.  And among all wine categories, Champagne certainly ranks as one the most overwhelmingly enigmatic and complex varieties.
- [Women + Wine: Interview with Chile’s Mariana Martinez](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/08/08/women-wine-interview-with-chiles-mariana-martinez/): I am thrilled to share an interview with Wine Educator and Writer, Mariana Martinez. Although originally from Venezuela, she makes her home in Chile and has become a wine expert who shares her knowledge through classes as well as writing and her website, Wine Independent Press, where she is the founding editor..
- [WHERE TO FIND THE BEST Midcoast Maine Wine and Food](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/08/02/my-midcoast-maine-wine-and-food-favorites/): I love Midcoast Maine - I spend the days kayaking or hiking, then truly enjoy the food and wine scene at some of my favorite restaurants. I also love shopping for wine while I'm away, finding new things to try that are not necessarily available in New Hampshire. Here are a few of my favorite stops from south the north.
- [Women + Wine: Interview with Anne Trimbach of Maison Trimbach](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/07/18/women-wine-interview-with-anne-trimbach-of-maison-trimbach/): An interview with Maison Trimbach's Anne Trimbach
- [CHARLINE DRAPPIER THE 8TH GENERATION OF THE CHAMPAGNE DRAPPIER GAME-CHANGING DYNASTY](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/06/28/charline-drappier-the-8th-generation-of-the-champagne-drappier-game-changing-dynasty/): While the Côte des Bar, the Aube’s winegrowing region, is home to nearly 8,000 hectares of vineyards and accounts for approximately 25% of total champagne production, for many years, this southernmost outpost of the Champagne appellation was brushed aside. Excluded from the Champagne appellation until 1927, the Aube was even at some point reduced to the ranks of “Champagne deuxième zone” (second-class status), a short-sighted decision that unfairly brought the region into disrepute further widening the chasm betweenNorth and South. But if the Aube once suffered from lesser recognized reputation today it has finally been plucked from obscurity and no longer exists as a marginalized terroir.
- [How to Describe Wine Aromas and Flavors](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/05/31/how-to-describe-wine-aromas-and-flavors/): I’m asked a lot of questions as a wine educator and how to describe what we smell and taste when drinking wine is one of the top queries. I’m holding a French Wine Blind tasting event Thursday June 8, 2023 at Maison Navarre in Portsmouth, NH and thought I’d give a little advice on how to describe what you’re experiencing on the nose and palate. If you break it down, it is not all that difficult. It is very important, though, so much that the first session of both level 2 and level 3 Wine & Spirit Trust Certificates in Wine is devoted to learning how to describe what you experience.
- [South Africa’s Signature Wine: Pinotage](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/05/15/south-africas-signature-wine-pinotage/): South Africa has a very long and turbulent history as far as wine goes…much less linear than most of Europe and much older than most of the New World regions. I find it fascinating and the diversity of grapes and the stories behind them intrigue me. I’m preparing for a Wine Tour Through South Africa event at Grippy Tannins in Portland, Maine this Wednesday, May 15th and as I was doing some research for my presentation, I came across facts I did not know about the special grape unique to South Africa – Pinotage.
- [Prosecco – Sunshine in a Glass](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/05/03/prosecco-sunshine-in-a-glass/): Let’s admit it. Prosecco is easy to take for granted. I am a Champagne Master and I know that the perception is that nothing can match that French bubbly. But I want to give you some insight into Prosecco, so you’ll understand there’s more to it than easy drinking bubbles that give us a much-needed lift with general feelings of delight.
- [Is it Zinfandel, Primitivo or Tribidrag? YES!](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/04/18/is-it-zinfandel-primitivo-or-tribidrag-yes/): Yes…it is all three! Many wine varieties have the same name in different places, and this is one of them. I was inspired to write about this grape variety, one of my favorites, as I am holding a wine class on Croatian wines this Thursday at Stroll in Portsmouth, NH from 6:00 - 7:30pm. Learn more about this wine class and sign up here  http://fromthevinetowine.com/event/get-to-know-the-wines-of-croatia/).
- [VEUVE CLICQUOT’S DIDIER MARIOTTI: IN TASTE HE TRUSTS](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/03/24/veuve-clicquots-didier-mariotti-in-taste-he-trusts/): VC'S CHEF DES CAVES, UNCORKS THE UNIQUE SAVOIR-FAIRE OF THE ICONIC CHAMPAGNE HOUSE WITH THE YELLOW SOUL
- [talking minerality in wine with alex maltman](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/03/13/talking-minerality-in-wine-with-alex-maltman/): "Minerality" is a word that is often used lately in wine reviews, especially white wines. It is a term that is relatively new; only in the past few decades has it become a popular term for both aromas and flavors. But it is not a defined term per se...in fact, it is not even part of the Wine and Spirit Trust Strategic Approach to Tasting (only "wet stones" come close).
- [CHARLOTTE DE SOUSA: BLAZING A PATH INTO THE FUTURE OF CHAMPAGNE](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/03/09/charlotte-de-sousa-blazing-a-path-into-the-future-of-champagne/): CHARLOTTE DE SOUSA IS UNIQUELY LEADING THE MOVEMENT TOWARDS A MORE INCLUSIVE INDUSTRY
- [EXCELLING IN THE ART OF VINTAGE …MEET DELPHINE BRULEZ](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/02/28/excelling-in-the-art-of-vintage-meet-delphine-brulez/): THE “FA’BULLE’EUSE” WOMAN BEHIND CHAMPAGNE LOUISE-BRISON
- [Ask the Expert: When Should I Decant Wine?](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/02/20/ask-the-expert-when-should-i-decant-wine/): Decanting is a simple and elegant way to serve wine to make it more flavorful. It is basically just pouring the bottle of wine into a decanter, which is similar to a carafe. Decanting wine improves its taste and clarity, and you don’t have to be an expert to do it!
- [Chianti Classico: The Legend of the Black Rooster](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/02/15/chianti-classico-the-legend-of-the-black-rooster/): If you ever drink a wine from Chianti Classico from Tuscany, Italy, you may notice an interesting symbol of a black rooster on the bottle. In fact, ALL wines from this prestigious region must have that on the label.
- [What is a “Bordeaux Blend”?](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/02/07/what-is-a-bordeaux-blend/): Bordeaux is a wine region in southeast France that has a reputation for some of the most expensive wines in the world. While there are many well-known chateaux whose wines command premium or super premium prices, the majority of Bordeaux wines are inexpensive, often sold in supermarkets in France or Europe and can be easy drinking and approachable. Whether a few Euros or hundreds, these wines are generally all blends of two grapes or more grapes.
- [Bubbly files interview: Champagne Royalty Virginie Taittinger](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/01/31/bubbly-files-interview-champagne-royalty-virginie-taittinger/): The story of Virginie Taittinger is indisputably one of legacy, transmission, and true passion.The name Taittinger needs no introduction. There are champagne family businesses, and then thereare champagne family dynasties. Taittinger is one of the latter. With 289 years of champagne makingtradition under its belt, it carries great royal prestige in Champagne. A patrimony that VirginieTaittinger certainly continues to uphold. The champagne heiress continuously perpetuates thecaptivating bubbly narrative that has marked the Champagne world it, along many other historicMaisons de Champagne, came to define - world-renown, bold, elegant and pétillant – only now shedoes so under her own marquee: Virginie T.
- [Talking Sustainable Wines with Sandra Taylor: Why Packaging Matters](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/01/24/talking-sustainable-wines-with-sandra-taylor-why-packaging-matters/): Sandra Taylor, an internationally known Sustainable Agriculture expert, wrote the book, The Business of Sustainable Wine. This was my bible during the writing and research process for my WSET Diploma. I can highly recommend it if you are interested in learning more. And big news.... Sandra is working on another book about Sustainable Wine that is going to be fantastic!
- [Wine Shopping in Champagne and Paris](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/01/18/wine-shopping-in-champagne-and-paris/): I am writing to you from Paris, where I am taking a little work-cation (good news coming soon......shhhh!!!) but of course I brought both of my wine suitcases. I filled one with California wines for my friend and champagne colleague Isabel and delivered them to her in Reims...and then filled it up with champagne! She, who works for Canard-Duchene and her husband Dominique, who works for Taittinger, gave me some lovely bottles, but after we went to the Cathedral of Reims we stopped at a champagne shop to get a few more bottles.....at te Cave des Sacres, 7 place de Cardinal Lucon, Reims,
- [Talking Sustainable Wine with Martin Reyes, MW](https://fromthevinetowine.com/2023/01/09/talking-sustainable-wine-with-martin-reyes-mw/): I had the good fortune to connect with Martin through Peter Paul of Peter Paul Wines, where he is in chagre of production. Via the magic of Zoom we sat down to talk winemaking and sustainability. I hope you enjoy our discussion and are inspired by Martin's drive to create a community of growers and winemakers, as well as retailers and consumers, who understand and appreciate how sustainable wines can make a difference.

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- [Sitemap](https://fromthevinetowine.com/sitemap_index/): Sitemap PostsSparkling Wine Pairings for Every Occasion: An Enthusiast’s Guide (December 26, 2025)Wine Pairing Recommendations for Thanksgiving Dinner (October 31, 2025)WHY PORTUGUESE WINE SHOULD BE IN YOUR GLASS RIGHT NOW (October 2, 2025)TOP 5 WINE MYTHS DEBUNKED (August 27, 2025)The White Wine Renaissance: 5 Trends to Watch in 2025 (August 7, 2025)The Drink of Summer: The Spritz, its origin, and how it is made (July 30, 2025)"Vines and Values: A Consumer's Guide to Sustainable Wine" Author Interview (April 30, 2025)Regenerative Agriculture: Creating Better Wine and a Healthier Environment (March 31, 2025)Wade Cellars: NBA Star Dwyane Wade Makes Wine More Inclusive (February 17, 2025)Wine and Chocolate - a Love Match (February 3, 2025)Top Five Wine Trends for 2025 (January 3, 2025)Celebrity Reese Witherspoon's New Wine (October 31, 2024)Get to Know Gamay and Beaujolais (October 30, 2024)Is Orange Wine Perfect for Fall? History & How It's Made (October 1, 2024)WSET Classes in Portsmouth and Exeter NH, and Portland ME (September 10, 2024)Best Wine Shop in Portsmouth, NH (July 29, 2024)Interview with Santiago Deicas, Winemaker from Uruguay (July 3, 2024)Antigal Winery & Estates: New World Winery of The Year 2023 (May 30, 2024)Don't Like Chardonnay, You Say? (May 21, 2024)Malbec and Torrontes: Argentina’s Red and White Wine “Gems” (May 21, 2024)Sustainable Wine with Sandra Taylor: Regenerative Organic Agriculture (May 10, 2024)Debunking Myths About Rosé Wine (May 7, 2024)Celebrity Wines: Sun Goddess by Mary J. Blige (March 11, 2024)2024 Top Wine Trends: What’s In and What’s Out (January 30, 2024)Dry January, damp january or Try January? (December 31, 2023)Women in Wine: INterview with Stephanie Franklin, Founder of Fly Wines (November 21, 2023)Women in Wine: Beth Moreno of Venetian Hills Casa Vinicola, Asolo Prosecco Superiore D.O.C.G. (November 1, 2023)More Than Meets the Glass: Interview with Glass Designer Kurt Josef Zalto (October 12, 2023)Travel to Georgia with Road Scholar for the wine and culture (September 18, 2023)Wine and Cheese ARE A PERFECT PAIR (September 5, 2023)The inKRUGible Music of Champagne (August 16, 2023)Women + Wine: Interview with Chile's Mariana Martinez (August 8, 2023)WHERE TO FIND THE BEST Midcoast Maine Wine and Food (August 2, 2023)Women + Wine: Interview with Anne Trimbach of Maison Trimbach (July 18, 2023)CHARLINE DRAPPIER THE 8TH GENERATION OF THE CHAMPAGNE DRAPPIER GAME-CHANGING DYNASTY (June 28, 2023)How to Describe Wine Aromas and Flavors (May 31, 2023)South Africa’s Signature Wine: Pinotage (May 15, 2023)Prosecco - Sunshine in a Glass (May 3, 2023)Is it Zinfandel, Primitivo or Tribidrag? YES! 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