It’s inevitable. As the weather warms, my mind turns toward Italian white wine Vermentino and other crisp whites. They are perfect for the lighter dishes the season brings. With their fresh, lively aromas and flavors, they are perfect…

This spring, I had the opportunity to gather a group of wine enthusiasts on AmaWaterways’ Colors of Provence Rhône River cruise. Along the Rhône in the famed Rhône Valley, from Avignon to Lyon, we indulged in cultural experiences,…

You might have seen in previous postings a couple of food and wine pairings featuring wonderful Montes wines from Chile. I recently discovered and tasted a unique type of Chardonnay from Chile made by Montes Winery. This refreshingly…

Moscato d’Asti is a lightly sweet sparkling wine made in and around the town of Asti, in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy. Moscato Bianco (white Muscat), the grape from which it is produced, has been growing in…