Archive for May, 2014

Tap It

Tap It

Are you interested in learning more about wine? Check out my new column, Planet Grape, in the new The SOMM Journal, a re-launch of The Sommelier Journal which is complimentary to the trade and to students of wine – subscriptions@sommelierjournal.com. Planet Grape  TAP IT DURING MY ALMOST 11-YEAR TENURE AS Adjunct Instructor at the CIA’s […]

I Dare You to Try Sonoma Wines

I Dare You to Try Sonoma Wines

June 1st is Dare Day. I dare you to try one of these delicious, refreshing, and well-made Sonoma wines:   2013 J Vineyards Pinot Gris Russian River Valley $23 With pear,lemongrass and honeydew melon notes, this medium-bodied, juicy and refreshing white is delicious as a sipper, and great with spicy dishes too.       […]

Happy Mother’s Day from Planet Grape!

Happy Mother’s Day from Planet Grape!

We love flowers, we really do, but the typical mail order floral arrangement is disappointing in so many ways. Why not gift mom with something that will delight all of her senses? Here are Planet Grape’s red wine picks for Mother’s Day, specially selected by Master Sommelier Catherine Fallis, aka grape goddess® – 2012 Masut Estate […]