Champagne Club: Q2 2019
We selected two family owned maisons; each of these producers represent two different philosophies on how to create amazing bubbles. One style is rich and voluptuous, and the other is nervous, intriguing and ethereal. A...
Gin vs. Vodka Martinis? Maybe Both...
It's National Martini Day! June 19th If any cocktail embodies the essence of “cool” (and who is cooler than James Bond?), it’s the Martini. Perhaps the popularity of the martini has more to do with...
Red Rogues: Q2 2019
Newfound Wines In 2016, Matt and Audra Naumann founded a 40-acre ranch, vineyard, and winery in the Sierra Foothills to establish a legacy for their family and realize their dream to become first generation grape...
Scotch Club: Q2 2019
GlenDronach has long been a favorite of mine. All that sherry goodness of Macallan at a fraction of the price. In 2015, just before they announced the sale of the distillery to Brown Forman, GlenDronach...
Wine of the Month: May 2019
This is a wonderful time of the year. Citrus trees are blooming, clover and mustard are flowering in the vineyards, and in the market, pea shoots, squash blossoms, fresh fava beans, baby artichokes and asparagus...
Beer of the Month: May 2019
Happy May! Following the theme from last month’s selection, we are showcasing one brewery and providing a few different styles. This one’s much closer to home here in the Bay Area. West Berkeley, California is...