The winemakers of Washington State rolled into Austin today for a trade and media tasting, and what a tasting it was! The day began with a seminar moderated by Sean Sullivan of Wine Enthusiast magazine, presiding over a panel with Master Sommelier Craig Collins, Master Sommelier Greg Harrington, and Winemaker Juan Muñoz-Oca. The takeaway for […]
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Wine Events of the Week–Austin Jan. 17 to Jan. 24, 2018
It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Sicilian Wine Dinner on Thursday, January 18, 2018 from 7 to 9 PM. Marco Scapagnini will lead a guided tasting of Firriato wine perfectly paired with delicious dishes created by chef, Al Fini. $125 per person, call It’s Italian Cucina for reservations at 512-482-8655. The Austin Wine Merchant–Hosts a free tasting in […]
Discover Agiorgitiko with Skouras 2012 Saint George Nemea
Have you ever had an Agiorgitiko? Can you say Agiorgitiko? It’s not as hard as it looks, Ah-your-yee-tee-ko. There, you’ve got it! The grape is named after St. George, a Christian martyr born to Greek parents who became a Roman soldier. Where would you find an Agiorgitiko? That would be in the Peloponnese region of […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Dec. 20 to Dec. 27, 2017
It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts North & South Tasting on Thursday, December 21, 2017, from 5 to 7 PM. This free tasting will feature wines from the Veneto, Trentino, and Puglia. Con’ Olio (Arboretum)–Hosts Holiday Wine Tasting on Saturday, December 23, 2017, from 1:30 to 4:30 PM. Enjoy samples of sparkling wine to pair with your holiday […]
Texas Hill Country Wine Tour–Day One
Need a quick getaway from Austin for a romantic weekend, girls weekend, or solo weekend? More importantly, do you need great wine? If so, Highway 290 from Dripping Springs to Fredericksburg has got you covered. Did you know that the Texas Hill Country is now the second most visited wine region in the country just […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Dec. 13 to Dec. 20, 2017
Napa Flats Wood-Fired Kitchen Austin–Hosts Women and Wine Holiday Get Together on Wednesday, December 13, 2017, from 7 to 9 PM. The gathering will feature wine with chocolate and cheeses pairings for $40 per person. RSVP sarah@napaflats.com or TEXT 512-970-7423. It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Wines of Piedmont Tasting on Thursday, December 14, 2017, from 5 to […]
Wine Events of the Week–Austin Dec. 6 to Dec. 13, 2017
The Austin Winery–Hosts Date Night on Wednesday December 6, 2017 from 4 to 10 PM. Get a cheese plate, a bottle of select wine and a sweet treat for $30. It’s Italian Cucina–Hosts Tour D’Italia Wine Tasting on Thursday December 7, 2017 from 5 to 7 PM. This free tasting will feature wines from Sicily, […]
Falvo’s in Flight
I’ve been sitting on this 2012 Tignanello by Marchesi Antinori for several months waiting to make the perfect Italian pairing. How did I do? The meatballs were made with sweet Italian sausage, ground beef and bathed in Rao’s Homemade Marinara. Broccoli rabe with garlic, shallot and lemon zest and grilled polenta with basil oil and […]
Waterbrook 2013 Reserve Merlot
Thanks to the kind folks at Giant Noise and Washington State Wines, I was able to sample this lovely little bottle of Merlot. I have to say that these days, Merlot does not tend to be one of my go-to wines, but I may rethink that after meeting this one. It arrived at my door […]
Spicewood Vineyards–Texas Hill Country
If you are a wine lover in Central Texas, you need to make a visit to Spicewood Vineyards. Spicewood is less than an hour’s drive from Austin and makes for a sweet way to spend an afternoon. The property sits just off highway 71 in Spicewood, Texas and includes 32 acres planted with vines. The […]