A Seventeen Thirty-Four Publication
And weeks later, I still can't fathom getting rid of the empty bottles! Yes, this describes my experience with Goldschmidt wines. I had to go to Pinterest to search for something creative to do with my prized treasures. Long before my interview with winemaker, Nick Goldschmidt began, I journeyed from Sacramento to Healdsburg in... 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 →
Although my site is mainly dedicated to great wines for $20 or less, I have to talk about any great wine I come across, even if it supersedes my "No more than $20 for everyday wine" motto. I will have to start a new category. Maybe I will call it "Good Stuff That Doesn't Fall... Continue Reading →
Southern Girl in a Wine World 