2016-04-20 14:30
Cass Vineyard & Winery
After attending the CABs of Distinction event last week in Paso Robles’s wine country, we have been visiting each of the wineries that are members of t… Read More
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2016-04-19 15:46
French champagne
This post is more of a complaint that we seldom encounter. Yesterday, our hotel sponsored a wine tasting during the late afternoon. The representative from a local winery im… Read More
2016-04-18 15:48
Know Your Cab Clones
One of the intriguing panel discussions at the CABs of Distinction event last week was “Know Your Cab Clones.”
The moderator was Matt Kettmann with Wine Enth… Read More
2016-04-17 15:34
CABs of Distinction blind tasting of Cabs from Paso, Napa and Bordeaux
I was invited to attend the session “The Judgement of Paso.” This was a blind tasting of wines from Paso Ro… Read More
2016-04-16 17:00
“The Other Cabernet”
Paso Robles wineries want you to discover “The Other Cabernet.” At the CABs of Distinction event,“The Other Cabernet” was one o… Read More
2016-04-14 14:08
Terry tasting an Opolo Cab
Yesterday Kathy and I attended a walk around tasting of Bordeaux varietal wines, mostly Cabernet Sauvignon. This was a session in the Paso Robles Cab Collective&rs&hell…Read More
2016-04-14 14:02
Wine Country sign at San Luis Obispo Airport
On Tuesday we flew into the smallest airport we have ever been to. The last small airport we were at was in Colorado and we still are deligh… Read More
2016-04-12 09:45
Enso Winery in Portland
Oregon wineries begin celebrating Oregon Wine Month May 1st. A special sweepstakes will provide the two grand prize winners with two night’s lodging for t… Read More
2016-04-11 18:52
Terry cleaning a 24 liter qvevri at home in Maryland
Last week, millions of “The Amazing Race” fans may have had their first glimpse of the only winemaking technique that is on t… Read More
2016-04-10 17:40
The New York City Wine & Food Festival (NYCWFF) is a large, annual event focused on helping the hungry. This food and wine celebration, which takes place in October over four days… Read More
2016-04-09 16:19
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
As the cold continues to sweep down across much of the US, wholesome hot food seems to be ideal for meals. Below is a recipe for beef stew from St. Francis… Read More
2016-04-08 17:16
At Oyamel in Washington DC
This week we attended the Grandes Pagos de España wine tasting seminar in Washington D.C. We were delighted to have the opportunity to attend the seminar at… Read More
2016-04-07 16:03
A 9 wine flight tasting of Grandes Pagos de Espana wines
We attended a seminar in Washington DC at Oyamel restaurant. Nine wines from producers that are members of Grandes Pagos de Espa&ntil&hell…Read More
2016-04-05 16:14
Gloria Ferrer Tasting of Pinot Noir Clones
Last Thursday, March 31st, we made our way to a special wine tasting focused on diverse Pinot Noir clones growing at Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vine… Read More
2016-04-04 15:38
Tasting 5 Pinot Noir wines made from different clones
I have learned about a few of the different clones of Pinot Noir while traveling to wineries in the Willamette Valley in Oregon and Sant… Read More
2016-04-01 16:20
Rkatsitel Wine Jelly
Earlier this week we opened our small qvevri here in Maryland. After retrieving the Rkatsiteli wine, as Terry detailed in earlier blogs, we had the chacha left. The chac… Read More
2016-03-30 11:43
After a long winter’s rest and at times a covering of several feet of snow, the time for opening the qvevri is at hand. Our late winter in central Maryland was a roller coaster of temp… Read More
2016-03-29 12:53
As the last days of March tick away, I am reminded of the qvevri that we brought from the country Georgia. It is buried near the side of the house and has had a wine in it for the past six m… Read More
2016-03-25 16:40
2015 Cieliegiolo
Last night we enjoyed a delightful rosé wine from Bonny Doon Vineyard in California. The 2015 Il Ciliegiolo Rosato Mt. OSO Vineyards Tracy Hills was 12.4% alcoh… Read More
2016-03-24 14:13
Events for Easter weekend!
While a number of wineries will be open this Easter weekend and some will have events, it is a good idea to check ahead to see if your favorite winery i… Read More
2016-03-23 13:21
It’s Almost Easter! Are you ready?
If you are looking for a special cake for Easter or any special occasion, read on…. The recipe below for Orange Ricotta Cake calls for J Rataf… Read More
2016-03-19 14:17
This recipe for Sweet and Sour Pork Kabobs is from the Put Pork on Your Fork website. In addition to many pork recipes, the website offers a lot of information about pork including the… Read More
2016-03-18 13:47
Terry presents Georgia, Sakartvelo, the Birthplace of Wine
Wine Trail Traveler owners, Terry and Kathy Sullivan, are now offering entertaining wine events. Each event consists of a 45 to 90… Read More
2016-03-16 17:02
Over the years I have written about different recipes and ideas for St. Patrick’s Day. Even if you aren’t Irish but wish you were for St. Patrick’s Day, check out these ear… Read More
2016-03-15 16:56
Demijohns al fresco at San Juan Bautista (photo provided by Randall Grahm)
A few weeks ago, after learning about an unusual winemaking technique I contacted Randall Grahm of Bonny Doon Viney… Read More
2016-03-14 16:41
Arnaldo Caprai-one of 200+ wineries participating in Pebble Beach Food & Wine event
The 9th Annual Pebble Beach Food & Wine event takes place March 31 thru April 3. More than 200 win… Read More
2016-03-12 14:22
Lucas Vineyards
If you are a bacon lover, this easy recipe from Lucas Vineyards in the Finger Lakes is for you! The recipe was used at the 2015 Bacon on the Lakein event.
The special 2016 Ba… Read More
2016-03-11 18:03
On April 9, many wineries who are members of Appellation St. Helena are participating in an annual food and wine pairing competition at the renowned Culinary Institute of America in St. Hele… Read More
2016-03-09 21:55
The Power of the Purse, Chloe
The 10th Annual Women’s Leadership Council Luncheon today benefited The United Way’s ReadNYC. The luncheon focused on the Power of Women to Make a D… Read More
2016-03-06 17:46
Soup for Syria
Everyday we are reading or hearing about the atrocities occurring in Syria. We feel deeply for the innocent people. Families, young and old, forced outside of their homes and… Read More
2016-03-04 14:13
Pearmund Cellars, Virginia
The first weekend of March is a great time to begin your spring wine adventures. Even with a bit of snow on the ground, it’s great to think that spring is al… Read More
2016-03-02 18:27
Wine Jelly
Today was a fun day in the kitchen where I made jelly with some wine left from racking our barrel of wine at Tin Lizzie Wineworks over the weekend. The result was a delicious, gou… Read More
2016-03-01 19:39
Willamette Valley Winery
Do you want to pair your wine or a pear with your wine?
Willamette Valley Vineyards is hosting a Wine, Pear & Cheese Jubilee on Saturday, March 12 and Sunday, Ma… Read More
2016-02-29 22:03
Petit Verdot
During the past few weeks, while visiting wineries we are coming across additional wines produced with Petit Verdot grapes. So, what is significant about Petit Verdot?
Peti… Read More
2016-02-27 14:54
Tired of the winter blues? Now is the time to plan your trip to the Savor Cannon Beach festival. The Savor Cannon Beach Wine & Culinary Festival will focus on wines from the Northwest an… Read More
2016-02-25 17:29
TJ Fleming, winemaker and viticulturist
Our visit to Rocklands Farm Market & Winery in Montgomery County, Maryland included a special grapevine pruning event attended by sever… Read More
2016-02-21 12:43
View of Cayuga Lake at Long Point Winery
Check out the recipe below for spaghetti and meatballs from Long Point Winery in the Finger Lakes region of New York. Some of my favorite ingredients… Read More
2016-02-19 17:15
Who’s Who in the Wine World: Dr. George Belden Crane: 1800s pioneer
#1 Dr. George Belden Crane
Some wine names are well-known among wine enthusiasts, for example Robert Mondavi. Decade… Read More
2016-02-17 14:11
In November of 2016, the Wine Tourism Conference will take place in the Texas Hill Country. This conference will bring world-wide recognition to this wine region of Texas. For those interest… Read More
2016-02-16 14:01
1st place finisher by Stone Tower Winery
We had another opportunity this year to judge Virginia sparkling wines. All the nine entrants were blanc de blancs. The judging was blind and we did… Read More
2016-02-15 18:35
Perhaps one of my favorite recipes for Presidents Day is the Handmade Cherry Pie. The recipe, using a little red wine, was provided by the Northwest Cherry Growers and is available online.
T… Read More
2016-02-13 12:35
Workers hard at work at Jason’s Vineyard pruning each grapevin
This week I received an email about pruning from Lis Neris, a winery in the Friuli region of Italy. A couple of ye… Read More
2016-02-11 15:22
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Fondue Recipe
For Valentine’s Day if you really don’t fancy spending time in the kitchen creating a creative meal with wine, you may rather just v… Read More
2016-02-10 18:27
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Fondue Recipe
It’s been a while since we visited numerous wineries in Wisconsin. However, we remember our delightful visit to Wollersheim Winery, where… Read More
2016-02-09 14:47
Maryland Wine Passport Experience
During the last two weekends of February, wine enthusiasts can break out of winter’s doldrums and visit Maryland wineries. The wineries on the state&r&hell…Read More
2016-02-08 19:05
Winery 32, Leesburg, Virginia
Last year we had the opportunity to visit Winery 32 located in Loudoun County in Virginia’s northern area. Winery 32 is a delightful friendly winery to vi… Read More
2016-02-06 14:43
What could be better for Valentine’s Day than home baked chocolate shortbread with Pinot Noir? Enjoy creating this recipe from J Vineyards & Winery in Sonoma County, Cali… Read More
2016-02-05 17:18
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Van Gogh Vodka is offering four special cocktail recipes for you and your friends to enjoy. The first recipe, Flutter & Fizz has sparkling wine as… Read More
2016-02-03 15:18
Sparkling Albariño from Bonny Doon Vineyard
Below are reviews of Bonny Doon Vineyard wines that you may want to enjoy for Valentine’s Day. Many thanks to Bonny Doon Vineyards fo… Read More
2016-02-01 21:58
Terry talks about Spanish cavas to a captivated audience.
Yesterday we had an enjoyable and fun afternoon with a group of Howard County residents where Terry explored cavas, sparkling wines… Read More
2016-01-31 01:51
Photos from the Annual Maryland Winter Wine event. Be sure to watch for the Maryland Winter Wine Event at the B&O Museum in 2017! Read More
2016-01-28 19:16
Valentine’s Day wine events
The list of events at wineries (advertising with Wine Trail Traveler) has just been updated. If you are looking for some fun or a way to get past the… Read More
2016-01-26 17:36
Cygnus Wine Cellars sparkling wine at Winter Wine Event
The Maryland Winter Wine event was organized by Kevin Atticks of Maryland Wine. The event, considered by some to be the best wi… Read More
2016-01-25 20:19
A Sauterne during blizzard 2016
Last Thursday night we drove to Baltimore’s B&O Museum for a lovely evening of Maryland wines and a catered affair. After enjoying a delig… Read More
2016-01-22 14:42
Wines for a blizzard
In a few hours the snow is expected to fall. By later tonight, we will experience a rare blizzard for our Central Maryland location. Expected snowfall totals this mornin… Read More
2016-01-20 19:04
Still at the 2015 Craft Beverages Conference East
Almost another year has passed and its time for the Vineyard & Winery Management’s annual Craft Beverages Unlimited East. The 2016… Read More
2016-01-19 19:36
One of many engines in the Roundhouse at the B&O Railroad Museum
With a forecast of winter weather beginning on Friday, it’s time to get out and enjoy wine, food and conversation b… Read More
2016-01-19 14:11
Second run wine
It is not often that I reflect on a religious note. I let that to my daughter Meghan who has written a series of articles for the Wine Trail Traveler’s website called … Read More
2016-01-16 14:51
Hundley Cellars
What better time to pursue your dreams of writing than on a cold winter day with a roaring fire adding to the ambiance. With a pen in hand or your laptop open and ready to go… Read More
2016-01-15 19:27
Below is a list of wine events taking place from today until Sunday, January 24. If you are looking for fun activities in late January and February, check out the events calendar on Wine Tra… Read More
2016-01-15 00:01
Harvest Ridge Winery
Are you interested in becoming involved in the Delaware wine or distilling industry? The 1st Annual Eastern Vintner’s Industry Roundtable is for you! This event is… Read More
2016-01-13 12:37
While I don’t follow hockey very much, I do know that there are many hockey diehards out there including one of my related family members who also really enjoys a glass of quality Cabe… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Have you heard of the Villa d'Este Wine Symposium? The latest symposium took place in November 2015 and included a presentation on a study using a drone in vineyards. Dates have already bee… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Niagara Ice Wine Festival is a unique opportunity to enjoy the wondrous Icewines produced in Niagara Canada. The annual festival includes the Xerox Icewine Gala and Icewine Discovery Passes… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The Auxerrois grape variety is an interesting grape for winemaking. The white grape variety is frequently found in Alsace, France. The grape is frequently used for blending but occasionally… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
The 13th Annual Sun WineFest takes place January 29, 30 and 31. Beverage lovers will have the opportunity to enjoy wine, beer and spirits along with a variety of dishes. Tickets are availabl… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Tomorrow, January 1, many people will have their eyes on Pasadena, California where the Rose Parade and the Rose Bowl takes place every year. This is the 127th year for the tournament Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
New Year’s Day can be eventful, filled with wonderful memories and hopes for the New Year coming in. Whether you have your New Year’s resolutions ready or not, you can still enjo… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Winter is always a great time to have a dish of hot soup for lunch or dinner. Check out the recipe for Butternut Squash Apple Soup that uses apple wine as one of the ingredients. This recipe… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
We had dinner in Tbilisi at Tabla. This was our last dinner before catching an early flight to Istanbul and back to the United States. Several media members already left as well as tour oper… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
Sometimes it’s hard to celebrate a birthday away from friends and family. That may even be sadder if you are 10,461 km (6,500 miles) away from home. That is unless you are in Sakartvel… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
We returned to Twins Wine Cellar in Napareuli six months after starting a qvevri wine. The Rkatsiteli grapes fermented and remained on its chacha (grape skins and seeds) until April 1, 2014… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
There are a few of us in the International Wine Tourism Conference media group that enjoy Georgian Chacha. Most of the wineries have stills of various shapes and sizes. We were running late… Read More
2006-06-07 11:16
For some people, January is a bit of a let down after the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. Others enjoy the rest. For wine travelers, January is a time for reflection and planning. M… Read More
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