“Wine is water filled with sunshine.” (A French saying, author unknown) So for today we ventured out and tried something different. I had never seen this wine before, but the clarity of the bottle and the simple, attractive label kind of drew me to it, so I gave it a try. I normally do enjoyContinue reading “LOIRE VALLEY SAUVION VOUVRAY 2019”
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BAKED MACARONI WITH FETA
Looking for a good, simple and nice looking meatless weeknight meal? This one is simple and fulfills each requirement. This one could become a real comfort food in any household. Just think, nothing, and I do mean NOTHING is better than macaroni, or pasta if you prefer. Add to it some garlic, olive oil tomatoesContinue reading “BAKED MACARONI WITH FETA”
LEARNING TO APPRECIATE THE SMALLER THINGS
“Money is a funny thing. You can’t take it with you. But can’t go anywhere without it.”“Rich or poor, it pays to have money.” (Both authors are unknown) I’ve always heard that the best things in life are free. A blue sky, a brisk walk, a hand held. There is really no substitute for thingsContinue reading “LEARNING TO APPRECIATE THE SMALLER THINGS”
MASI BONACOSTA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO DOC 2018
The MASI Winery, located in the area surrounding the romantic and historic northeastern region of Veneto, is very much a family operation with a long and storied history. The use of native grapes, experimentation and a real commitment to high quality all have combined to make this winery one of the premier producers in theContinue reading “MASI BONACOSTA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO DOC 2018”
LONG AGO TOMORROW
Maybe I am being a little to involved in myself here, but I guess, and I hope, that you, my followers have noticed that I’ve not posted in a long while. While I do continue to enjoy wine and good food, to which my additional 14 pounds will attest, my wife and I have beenContinue reading “LONG AGO TOMORROW”
One of the best Christmas Songs ever recorded.
There are so many versions of this song but this is the original and the best. Merry Christmas to all of you and thank you for following. From Vince Vance and the Valiants, I give you all this memory.
Perugia, Italy
Originally posted on Lane Wanderlust:
Perugia, Italy
EMPORIUM APPASSIMENTO ROSSO SALENTO
Sometimes, as you well know, just the look, the appearance of something really catches your eye, makes you take notice. Now this can be anything from a color, to a label or even just the direction your head turns. I don’t know. Maybe there is some deep seated psychological thing involved here, but let’s remember,Continue reading “EMPORIUM APPASSIMENTO ROSSO SALENTO”
FATTORIA dei BARBI ROSSO di MONTALCINO 2016
This wine is produced by the Colombini family, a name which dates back to the first century A.D. Throughout the years, this family has seen its fortunes rise and fall as they went from bankers to church monarchs, some beatified, to virtual gangsters and outcasts and back to respected political figures. With contacts in theContinue reading “FATTORIA dei BARBI ROSSO di MONTALCINO 2016”
Cantina Gabriele Montepulciano d’Abruzzo
“You can celebrate with wine, or you can just drink it anyway” (Old sayings have to start someplace!) As many of you know, there is a magic to Italian wines. The passion is totally undeniable as is the devotion to family. So many wineries there and throughout Europe can actually trace their origins back toContinue reading “Cantina Gabriele Montepulciano d’Abruzzo”
