Wine stash for unexpected guests and last-minute gifts
By David Setley Ah, December…when jingle bells aren’t the only bells ringing. Ding dong! You answer your door to find unexpected guests on your doorstep saying “Surprise – Happy Holidays!” Sound familiar? But what do you do? A bottle of wine on hand as a quick gift or...Wine 101: Terroir is everything!
By David Setley of Passion Vines “If it doesn’t happen in the vineyard, it can’t happen in the winery.” This expression, often heard at wineries around the world, summarizes the importance of terroir in the winemaking process. This week, I will discuss this frequently...Thanksgiving Wines: A Toast to Gratitude
Drink Up with David Setley To me, Thanksgiving is about sharing time, memories, and food with loved ones. Our focus is on gratitude and appreciation for those we care most about, living and passed, and for the freedom we share. Though some other countries celebrate a...Beaujolais Nouveau and beyond
By David Setley On Nov. 16, 2023, “le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé!” The Beaujolais Nouveau has arrived! Since the 19th century, farmers of wine grapes in France’s Beaujolais region have celebrated the vendange (the wine grape harvest) by quickly producing and...
