Grape Expectations

I had the opportunity to enjoy this Châteauneuf-du-Pape over the summer; luckily I held on to the tasting notes, and […]

Note: This was my pick of the week some weeks back, but I neglected to add it to my blog. […]

Note: I typed up this draft two weeks ago, but my cat became very ill, and so between vet visits, […]

If you are anything like my family, and enjoy celebrating your Italian heritage, you likely are greatly awaiting the Feast […]

Maybe it’s the uncharacteristically warm weather today; maybe it’s the fact that I’m having a quick bite with my friend […]

Recently my family celebrated my sister’s birthday, and we imbibed Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, WesMar Pinot Noir, and Shafer “One Point […]

Chateau Montelena Chardonnay – 2019 *Spoiler alert* Anyone who has seen the 2008 movie Bottle Shock knows how important the […]

A short story: Meet Signore Amarone. Signore Amarone is larger than life. With his big, robust, oak barrel-chested physique, he’s […]

Hi there! I’m Lauren – mom of two, cat lady of four, and chipmunk whisperer of many. I’m an avid […]