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Wine Lovers Gift Guide
It’s my favorite time of year! And while I am someone who loves shopping and finding those special gifts for others, I know it can be a headache sometimes. To help I’ve compiled a fun list of gifts that’s perfect for wine lovers, those who love to host, moms, grandmas, and really most anyone on your list! If you find something you want for yourself too, then buy it. You deserve it! Just be sure to learn if swagbucks is safe or a scam here, specially if you’re planning on shopping online often. By using these links below you’re helping support me at no additional costs to yourself. Thank you…
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5 Must Try Sangria Recipes for this Summer
With the warm weather finally arriving in San Francisco I find myself craving a nice chilled cocktail. Sangria is a crowd pleasing, delicious, and easy to make cocktail that I love to enjoy all summer long! It can be done many different ways so instead of just sharing my recipe I decided to round up a few more to show off all the fun variations you can experiment with this summer. Considering additions like walk in fridge installation can provide the convenience of keeping your beverages and ingredients cool, ensuring a refreshing and enjoyable experience for your guests. Let me know which one you plan to try soon and head…
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25 Women-Owned Wineries to Support this March, 2021
March is Women’s History Month and what better way to show your support than by shopping from women-owned businesses? For centuries, the wine industry has been a predominately male-led industry and while in the past few decades women have made strides to get their foot in the cellar door, there are still very few women-owned wineries nationwide. According to Women Winemakers of California and Beyond, about 14% of all California wineries have a lead female winemaker, but far fewer are women-owned. So this month I challenge you to be mindful when picking up wine from the grocery store or planning your next wine tasting excursion. Here is a list of…
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How to Wine Taste in Italy Without Breaking the Bank
When planning my trip to Italy the number one thing I wanted to do was visit an Italian winery. However, this was more challenging than I expected. My girlfriend, Morgan, and I had originally booked a tour to the Chianti wine region but once we got there it was canceled due to All Saints’ Day. We weren’t quite sure what to do next. I insisted on figuring out a way though and through a lot of research and a bit of whimsicalness we were able to go wine tasting. Failed first attempt Originally I went through a tour company and scheduled a wine tour with a cooking class for about $100 each. This included transportation to…
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Why first time visitors should visit Sonoma County over Napa Valley
For those who follow me, you may know I live in the beautiful wine country region of California, more specifically in Sonoma county. I have worked in both Napa Valley and Sonoma County during my time here. The two are approximitely 30 minutes to an hour apart from one another and have hundreds of wineries to explore. I love each for different reasons, but, I think those visiting for the first time should start with Sonoma County. Napa Valley has more name recognition, but in my personal experience Sonoma County has more to offer for those who are new to moderate wine drinkers. Sonoma County Sonoma County consists of…
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Why try NakedWines.com
I love wine and sharing my passion for wine! However, the way I learned about wine was through trying it day in and day out here in Wine Country California. Living here has exposed me to countles varietals as well as production styles. I am able to try and purchase wines at an incredible discount from shopping directly from the wineries versus retail. I know that not everyone can afford to come out here, so I sought out a way to help my friends try new wines without breaking the bank. Nakedwines.com is the best way to try new and different wines from the comfort of your home. I’ve teamed…
