Category Archives: Finger Lakes Region

Thanksgiving Wine dilemma: White or Red? I say both!

There’s been so much chatter this week about “the perfect wine pairing for Thanksgiving”. We want everything perfect for our guests; the food, the table setting, the decorations and the wine. Well, not to bust your bubble but there is … Continue reading

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Finger Lakes Wine Alliance presents ~ Virtual Tasting Series ~ An Evening of Red

On March 21, 2012 it was all about the red wines from the Finger Lakes region of  New York. Eight wineries and eight media representatives joined together for this unique one hour internet video meeting. There was nothing ‘virtual’ about … Continue reading

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Wines to pair with your holiday Turkey

Thanksgiving is well behind us, but the Turkey is still a centerpiece at many Christmas dinner tables. If your December holiday menu will include Turkey, Duck or a Truducken, take a look at this article I wrote on Thanksgiving Wines … Continue reading

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Celebrate Regional Wine week with the wines of New York State ~ my 47 words on the other 47

Regional Wine Week runs thru Saturday, October 15th. To celebrate, the group “Drink Local” has invited everyone to submit essays on wine regions other than California, Oregon or Washington. Essay requirements are 47 words on the other 47 states.  I … Continue reading

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The sweeter side of Rieslings from New York’s Finger Lakes region

What to serve at an early morning breakfast tailgating? Generally, it’s Mimosa, Bloody Mary’s and lots of Champagne. But last weekend I switched things up and surprised my fellow tailgaters. While there was a lone bottle of Champagne, it got … Continue reading

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Rieslings from New York’s Finger Lakes Region ~ Welcome to the Dry side

…And, no, I don’t mean dry as in non-alcoholic. Question: What makes a Riesling Dry? Answer:  Knowing when to harvest the grapes.  Harvesting later than normal will result in the grapes having higher sugar levels.  Higher sugar level produces sweeter … Continue reading

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