VIK Vineyard offers visitors and imbibers an unparalleled wine experience in Chile’s Millahue Valley. Upon arrival at VIK Vineyard, guests are welcomed by an unmatched natural setting, only enhanced by the two visually arresting structures: Viña Vik retreat, and the VIK Winery. These exist in perfect harmony with the stunning …
By living in such a big world, we as individuals are open to new experiences every day, especially when it comes to our taste buds. Wine in general takes us on a tasteful journey but it’s fantastic to find something that is especially unique. Cloudy Bay was created by David …
Beaulieu Vineyard follows a meticulous winemaking process under the close eye of Beaulieu Vineyard’s winemaker Jeffrey Stambor, who has been working at the vineyard since 1989. The vineyard, which initially was founded on one ranch in 1901 has expanded to include 1,100 acres of estate vineyards. Today, Beaulieu Vineyard is …
Winery: Armand de Brignac Region: Champagne Variety: 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Meunier Vintage(s): 2009, 2010, 2012 ABV: 12.5% Score: 96 The nose gives layers of complexity, bringing forth a variety flavours that develop over time. Citrus intertwined with a creamy toffee and vanilla yogurt continue to …
Wine: Musar Red Winemaker: Chateau Musar Vintage: 2004 Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan & Cinsault Price: £27 Buy Now: Roberson Wine As with many other 04’s I’ve enjoyed, this example had the same youthful nose, not something one can often associate with Musar; very Bordeaux in style: blackcurrant and blackberry, with earthy notes and a …
Tequila, the liquor with its own world-renowned ritual — licking salt off the hand, pounding the shot, then sucking on the lime — is actually served neat in Mexico, the country of its origin. But like a California-style “burrito” claiming to be Latino, the lack of authenticity here isn’t necessarily …
Aperol originated in Padua, Italy and while it was originally created in 1919, it did not become successful until after World War II. This Italian aperitif is made of bitter orange, gentian, rhubarb, and cinchona. In 2007, Wine Enthusiast rated Aperol in its 90-95 point category, along with receiving double …
If OZV is the ABC of Lodi Zinfandel, then these three letters which represent Old Zinfandel Vine, are pretty much the starting and ending point, for all things Zin produced in the Lodi region. The pioneering brand comes from a fifth-generation family grape-growers under the Oak Ridge umbrella. For those …
(9 minute read) It’s widely accepted that if you hear a song, you would ask who’s performing it. That way, you know to listen out for that same artist in the future, or even look up some of their previous music. If you like a sports team, a news channel, …
If OZV is the ABC of Lodi Zinfandel, then these three letters which represent Old Zinfandel Vine, are pretty much the starting and ending point, for all things Zin produced in the Lodi region. The pioneering brand comes from a fifth-generation family grape-growers under the Oak Ridge umbrella. For those …
8 Cocktail Masterpieces From L.A.’s Birds & Bees By Editor-in-Chief, Natasha Swords As a drinks editor I have the privilege of being among the first to discover new restaurants and bars. Birds & Bees is not a new location, but it is a hidden one, and here at Drink Me, …
Photo: Winning drink by Odd Strandbakken, by Margaret Pattillo In a standing-room-only subterranean London pub with low-slung ceilings and painted stone walls, eleven of the world’s top bartenders are pouring a single cocktail nearly two years in the making. They’ve traveled to the dark basement bar from as far as Dubai, …