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Red Wine 101
Lots of wine lovers’ New Year’s Resolutions include learning more about wine. Unfortunately, with such a general goal, it can seem daunting when trying to decide where to dive in. If you happen to find yourself in this vinous quandary, I’m here to help with White Wine 101 which I posted last week and this week I’m happy to share… Read More
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A Glamorous Springtime Giveaway: 2013 Schramsberg Blanc de Noirs Sparkling Wine!
As I mentioned in my last Facebook LIVE “Wines of the Week” show, I’m craaazy about sparkling wines for Spring! They’re bright, crisp and refreshing – pretty much the vinous equivalent of the season itself. So what better wine to feature in this month’s Glamorous Springtime Giveaway than something sparkling? So this month I’m happy to feature a sparkler from… Read More
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5 Fabulous New Year’s Wine Resolutions!
With your New Year’s Eve hangover in the rear view mirror, here are 5 Fabulous Wine Resolutions to guide your vinous exploration in the New Year. From becoming a better taster to planning a trip to your favorite wine region, I’ve got ya covered: 1.) Mix It Up: Because the world of wine can be confusing it’s often easier to just… Read More
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Wines of the Week: 4 All-American Thanksgiving Wines
If you’ve ever stood with clammy hands looking up at the 10-foot tall “Wall of Wine” in the grocery store wondering how the heck you’re going to pick wines to pair with all the crazy flavors of the Thanksgiving meal, not to mention satisfy your crazy family members, this episode of “Wines of the Week” is for you! In it,… Read More
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A Special Evening with Sommelier Rajat Parr at 32 East
The term terroir refers to the way a region’s climate, soil and winemaking techniques converge to express themselves in your wine glass. Terroir-driven wines reflect a region’s unique characteristics, meaning even wines made from the same grape variety can look, smell and taste very different depending on where they’re from. While it’s one thing to explore this concept by reading… Read More
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#WineWednesday Wine of the Week: 2014 Masút Pinot Noir Eagle Peak, Mendocino, CA
With our thoughts turning to all the delights of Fall, pumpkin spice lattes, butternut squash bisque and cozy cashmere sweaters (*swoon*), it is with great pleasure that I introduce our latest #WineWednesday Wine of the Week: the 2014 Masút Pinot Noir Eagle Peak Estate Vineyard from Mendocino, California. Pinot Noir is undoubtedly the patron red grape of Fall. Its lighter… Read More
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“Perfect Pairings”: Crispy Chicken Thighs with Bacony Spinach & Escarole Paired with 2 Perfect Wines!
With Snowmageddon inflicting some pretty miserable weather on us this Winter, it seems like the perfect time to hunker down at home and enjoy some fabulous food and wine! Our “Perfect Pairings” segment explores the delicious depths of flavor and highlights combinations that synergize beautifully together. There’s nothing like discovering a “1+1=3” combination that really make your palate sing! And why should that experience only be enjoyed at a… Read More
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Fast & Fabulous: Roasted Chicken, Sage, Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Salad
Our latest Fast & Fabulous recipe was inspired by the post-Thanksgiving nirvana of leftovers! Nothing’s better than leftovers, am I right? This recipe for Roasted Chicken, Sage, Mushroom & Caramelized Onion Salad can handle just about any leftover you have on hand: chicken or turkey, sage, mushrooms, cranberry, onions and even gravy if you’re feeling particularly decadent. Bring. it. on!!! As luck would have… Read More
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Producer Profile: A Visit to Pisoni Vineyards!
“Wine is both a reflection of the people who make it and the region that produces it.” – Emile Peynaud It’s not just every day that you meet a true visionary, someone with the unwavering conviction to pursue their passion when all logic and reason dictates otherwise. Luckily for fans of California Pinot Noir, passion and persistence are hardwired into… Read More
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Wine Word of the Week: “Malolactic Fermentation”!
November marks the return of our popular “Wine Word of the Week” series where you, our fabulous readers, get to suggest words about wine you’d like to learn more about. You can either leave your suggestion in the “Comments” section of this post or on our Facebook Fan Page by clicking here. If we use your word, your name is… Read More
Stephanie Miskew thinks life is better with wine and she wants to help you enjoy it to the fullest! As a Certified Sommelier, her real world advice on tasting wine like a pro, discovering which wines you truly love, picking the perfect bottle for any occasion and creating magical food and wine pairings will have you looking like a wine expert in any situation.
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The Wine Atelier Podcast #14: Christian Palmaz of Palmaz Vineyards
There’s nothing better than curling up on a chilly Winter night with Steve and the puppies, a good movie (like Bohemian Rhapsody – AMAZING!) and a nice bottle of red wine. And if you’re also a fan of indulging in delicious, full-bodied red wines this time of year, you won’t want to miss my timely podcast interview with Christian Palmaz,… Read More
(VIDEO) Romantic Red Wines for Valentine’s Day on WPTV
If you’re looking for the perfect wines to set the mood for l’amour this Valentine’s Day, check out my latest appearance on WPTV featuring my favorite Romantic Red Wines for Valentine’s Day. In addition to the wine selections, I also explain the two reasons why red wines are more of an aphrodisiac than white wines and naturally better for setting… Read More
The Wine Atelier Podcast #13: 2019 Wine Trends with Master Sommelier & Master of Wine, Eric Hemer
I can’t think of a better way to kick off the New Year than talking 2019 Wine Trends with Master Sommelier and Master of Wine, Eric Hemer. Eric is one of only four people on the planet to have ever achieved both of these credentials and he’s also currently a Senior Vice President and Corporate Director of Wine Education for… Read More
The Results of the 12th Annual American Fine Wine Competition
It is with great pleasure that I reveal to you, my fellow wine lovers, the results of the 12th Annual American Fine Wine Competition! As many of you know (especially if you’re on Facebook or Instagram), the judging process took place last month at Florida International University’s Chaplin School of Hospitality. My fellow judges and I spent two solid days… Read More
Top 10 Valentine’s Day Gifts for Food and Wine Lovers
“There is no sincerer love than the love of food.” ~ George Bernard Shaw “Wine enters through the mouth, love, the eyes. I raise the glass to my mouth, I look at you, I sigh.” ~ William Butler Yeats Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to treat your sweetheart to something special and show them how much you care. If… Read More
Recent Podcast
The Wine Atelier Podcast #14: Christian Palmaz of Palmaz Vineyards
There’s nothing better than curling up on a chilly Winter night with Steve and the puppies, a good movie (like Bohemian Rhapsody – AMAZING!) and a nice bottle of red wine. And if you’re also a fan of indulging in delicious, full-bodied red wines this time of year, you won’t want to miss my timely podcast interview with Christian Palmaz,… Read More