It’s cooling off, and I want Merlot! If you’ve been into wine for the last 15 years or so (since I was 10) you know that Merlot has taken some hits. It was trending downward even before the Sideways movie, but the movie certainly had a measurable effect on sales
After taking October off from my roundup so I could share all the details from my most recent wine tasting and resort stay in the Hill Country, I’m back for all the upcoming November fun. Let’s check out what’s happening in Texas
As I mentioned in a recent post, the little town of Johnson City is doing some flexing and becoming quite a destination in Texas Wine Country. I have NEVER visited the area of the Hill Country that encompasses the 290 Wine Trail and not visited the
The Johnson City stretch of the 290 Wine Trail is upping its game, and I’m here for it! Little by little, the small, sleepy town is starting to hold its own when it comes to Texas wine tourism. On my most recent trip out there, I thought I’d try out
We are well on our way to Christmas, umm I mean fall. But y’all know we’ll blink and it will be Christmas. September finds (somewhat) cooler temps, particularly out in the Texas Hill Country, which means its a great time to head out there. September is also an opportunity to
Yes, it’s known for swoon worthy Barossa Shiraz and Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, not to mention some mighty fine Clare Valley Riesling, but dig a little deeper and you’ll find some other gems in South Australia. The last several years have seen a marked increased in the amount of what I
I have to say that these roundups are even more fun when I’m headed out to Texas Wine Country or have just returned. In this
Looking to broaden your white wine horizons? Why not do it for National White Wine Day? Yes, it’s anther “XXX” day, but I do find
The Johnson City stretch of the 290 Wine Trail is upping its game, and I’m here for it! Little by little, the small, sleepy town
