TRADER JOE’S – 12.99 Under- Wine #4: a Roustabout Meritage
If you like big silky juicy fruit …AND.. a dose of drying tannins, this wine is for you.Bordeaux blends from Paso Robles can be very satisfying – with a rich, full or silky mouthfeel balanced with tannins that range from dusty-fine to firm and drying. That’s a nice...
TRADER JOE’S – 12.99 under- Intro & Wine #3: Verdejo
What can I say, this one’s a steal at just $4.49! Check out the “wowza” snack pairing I discovered with it – might be worth a TJ run this weekend.Scroll down for my Wine #3 review As you know by now, I accepted a wine challenge – find wines...
TRADER JOE’S – 12.99 under- Wine #2- Susumaniello
Let’s continue our walk down Trader Joes’ wine aisle! As I shared in Tuesday’s email, I accepted a wine challenge – find wines $12.99 & UNDER, from one wine re-seller. I chose TRADER JOE’S! Are there any I’d recommend? I’m happy to report, of the 9 I put in my...
Trader Joe’s – 12.99 under – Wine #1: Gewürztraminer
Happy New Year! 🌟I hope you rang in 2021 safely, warmly and with a glass of something good in hand (even if it wasn’t until your favorite coffee at 8am!) TJ’s Wine Finds – Good Wines Priced at a Steal! Trade Joe’s has a wine aisle teeming with (often)...About Mary Beth
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At Unified Wine & Grape Symposium 2023! Pre-gaming the Keynote Speaker luncheon with Robin McBride of McBride Sisters. This sparkling Rose of Hawke’s Bay is fantastic!![]()
(Attended a super interesting first session this morning on smoke and rose and ladybug and cork and terpene issues in the vineyard/winery. Stay tuned)
Still wondering about your holiday wines? Whether you're the host or asked to bring a bottle—here are my quick and simple tips for selecting a wine sure to drink beautifully with your favorite holiday dishes! Plus, my recommended wines for each dish.![]()
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*An edited version of this article appears in today's 12/22 Healdsburg Tribune. For my original version, go directly to my blog here.
Holiday Wine: Pairing Wine to Holiday Dishes - Crush Course
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What’s a great wine for the holidays? When it comes to holiday wine pairing, follow my tips for selecting a wine sure to drink beautifully with a selection of these traditional holiday dishes.
Local Friends —Running out for your holiday fest wine? Shopping for wine gifts? Gifts for your foodie-wine-loving friends? I offer some ideas for northern Sonoma County / Healdsburg locals. My article/guide in the the most Healdsburg Tribune.![]()
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Local Gift Options for Wine-lovers - Healdsburg Tribune
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If wine is on a holiday shopping list—whether one is the host, the wine-bearing guest or the gift-giver for wine-loving and foodie friends—one may look no further than local wineries, tasting room...