Willamette Valley Syrah vs Rhône Syrah
Willamette Valley Syrah vs Northern Rhône Syrah! Well, that’s a brave challenge! Let’s introduce the competitors stepping into a Wine Swinging ring: In American glass...
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Best Walla Walla Syrah 2023
by Serge Z
It’s possible that the best Walla Walla Syrah is yet to be planted. It’s also possible that determining “the one and only” is a mission...
Walla Walla Wine Tour 2023 in Portland
by Serge Z
We have been looking forward to the 2023 Walla Walla Wine Tour since it was canceled in 2020. Finally, it’s here! Organized by Walla Walla...
Churchill’s 1994 Vintage Porto
by Serge Z
We reserved 1994 Churchill’s Vintage Porto for last at Chocolate and Wine Tasting with our wine club. As with all old wines, this 29-year-old Port...
Berlucchi 61 Franciacorta Rose
by Serge Z
Franciacorta is the Italian answer to Champagne of France. Located in the Lombardia region, it’s dedicated to sparkling wines made pretty much from the same...
Wineswinging at Mana Restaurant in Leavenworth
by Serge Z
Mana restaurant is part of the exciting trend in the rural United States. Roll back 10-15 years, and there are far fewer options for NYC...
Mailly Grand Cru Reserve Champagne
by Serge Z
Mailly Grand Cru Reserve Champagne was our pick to start the holiday season on a sparkling note! Some people look forward to holiday shopping for...
Tasting Vintage Champagne vs Sparkling
by Serge Z
We thought 2022 needed to go out with a bang, and tasting vintage Champagne vs sparkling from other European regions was a perfect theme for...
Common Sabrage Mistakes
by Serge Z
What are the common sabrage mistakes? What is Sabrage anyway? It’s a most spectacular way of opening the Champagne. According to the legend of sabrage,...
