A Seventeen Thirty-Four Publication
Hubby and I decided to take a trip to Costco to stock up on food items for home. With four boys, it is an absolute necessity that you do wholesale shopping for food! Naturally, I have not developed the ability to go into Costco and only focus on food items. I am usually anxious to... Continue Reading →
So I was really anxious to have a nice glass of red wine before bed last night, I opened my wine fridge, hoping to find something to suit my fancy for the evening. I noticed that I had two bottles of St. Clement Merlot and decided to open one up. I bought this wine during... Continue Reading →
I held on to this one as long as I could, telling myself that I would save it for some great occasion. Before tasting, I knew this gem from Raymond Vineyards would not disappoint. And then it happened. My great occasion to open this bottle was upon me. It was not a party or special... Continue Reading →
Mother's Day brought about a happy occasion this year, in which the family got to partake in a wonderfully delectable Mother's Day Brunch sponsored by Scott's Seafood Restaurant in Walnut Creek. I could go on and on about how much we all ate, but that would take forever. I will, however, tell you all about... Continue Reading →
I received an email from Cost Plus World Market with great deals and promotions on their Rose' wines. All year round I am a bubbly girl for sure. In the colder months, my favorite everyday wine is Pinot Noir. During the warmer months, Rose' it is. So, once I received this notification, off to Cost... Continue Reading →
During one of my many last minute grocery store runs to Nugget Market, they were hosting one of their daily cheese tastings. I stopped by to sample what was available. I heard the hostess explaining what it was, but I really wasn't listening. I just popped the cheese in my mouth and was pleasantly surprised... Continue Reading →
Since the spring season is among us, I decided that I wanted to do a tasting of some varietals I am looking forward to sipping during the warm months. I chose to start with Sauvignon Blanc. I selected three wines, each from the vintage 2013, and all from different California wine regions. I asked my... Continue Reading →
If you are looking to understand what is meant by an "elegant" wine, then the JCB #76 Chardonnay is what you are looking for. Aged for 10 months in French oak and new oak barrels, this wine packs a smooth fruit-forward punch with lots of spice on the finish. I expected a hefty price tag... Continue Reading →
I was really excited about tasting Gabrielle Union's Vanilla Puddin. I had watched an episode of LA Hair several months ago that showed celebrity stylist, Kim Kimble, styling Gabrielle's hair for a photo shoot for the launch of her new line of California-based wine. I looked forward to it coming on the market, and was floored when... Continue Reading →
Southern Girl in a Wine World 