The weekend’s here…I’ll be fine…I’ll have a glass of wine. Here are five of my faves for under $12: Carnivor Cabernet Sauvignon Looking for the ultimate bargain Cab to go with that big, fat, juicy steak? My recommendation is Carnivor, which is available at Total Wine for $9.47 and Trader Joe’s for $10.99. Bold...
My Favorite Trader Joe’s Wines Under $7
Is there anything better than expensive fine wines that tantalize with every sip? Actually, there is… it’s inexpensive wines that tantalize with every sip. I’m a devoted wine lover who has traveled to vineyards around the world, from Napa Valley and Sonoma to France, Italy, Germany, Argentina and South Africa, so, let’s just say,...
Fabulous Friuli Venezia Giulia in Italy
While Italy has numerous regions where La Dolce Vita (The Sweet Life) is readily available, I highly recommend the Friuli Venezia Giulia region in the northeast part of the country. I recently spent a month there and I’ll definitely return next summer. Whether it’s the boutique hotel amid the vineyards near Civedale or roaming the...
FAB WINE & GOLF DESTINATIONS
Two of my favorite things to do are play golf on phenomenal courses around the world and drink fine wines from different regions and countries. Here are some great destinations where you can experience the best of both worlds: South Africa South Africa has been making wine for more than 350 years and has...
Epcot International Food & Wine Festival
For lovers of “The Good Life”, the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival at Walt Disney World in Orlando is the ultimate pairing of food and wine. An annual celebration of culinary concepts, global cuisine, fine wines, beers, cocktails and other beverages, the 62-day festival staged from mid-September to mid-November, immerses visitors in a...