Grape Varietal: Viognier Viognier is a delicious aromatic grape that varies in profile from region to region. It is a lost step child in the family, that barely registered in the radar 50 years ago. Its origins point back to Northern Rhone but there is some additional evidence that Croatia may be its birthplace- thisContinue reading “One of my favorite grape varietals- one sip and you’ll agree!”
Category Archives: American Wines
Benton Lane Winery: All Estate grown fruit from Willamette Valley
Benton Lane Winery: All Estate grown fruit from Willamette Valley Founded by Steve and Carol Girard- yes, you guessed it, one and the same people that established Girard Winery in Napa- one of my favorites. In the course of producing some amazing wines in Napa, Mary discovered, and fell in love with Pinot Noir andContinue reading “Benton Lane Winery: All Estate grown fruit from Willamette Valley”
An unsung gem from Paso Robles
I passed through the Paso Robles region briefly last November but didn’t have the time to stop in at Austin Hope Winery. After tasting the 2018, I’ve realized the gravity of my mistake.
Vine to Table 