NYAK and artist Young M.A have collaborated on a newly- released, limited- edition V.S.O.P Cognac showcasing a beautifully vibrant red label and the warm, rich color of the Cognac. Platinum selling artist,Young M.A, has designed the label to symbolize her motto “Red Lyfe.” Top selling brand NYAK, has created an …
Anyone who has ever questioned the reason for Pinot Noir’s popularity probably hasn’t tasted the Emeritus Hallberg Ranch Pinot Noir. This limited production Pinot from a perfectly situated ridge in the heart of the Russian River Valley (aptly called the Gold Ridge), is pure charm. The sleek, sophisticated bottle sets the stage …
Fattoria Paradiso sits in Emilia-Romagna, a region of Italy that is just east of Tuscany, so it is not surprising that many of their great wines are made with the same grape as Chianti, Montepulciano and Brunello: sangiovese. In this case, the wine is made with sangiovese grosso, the traditional …
Few champagne houses can boast such constant progression in their product and brand identity as the esteemed Piper-Heidsieck. The spark of a love story, Florens-Louis Heidsieck created his first vintage in 1785 for Agathe Perthois in order to win her favor. Indeed, he succeeded, while also obtaining the admiration of Marie …
I was surprised to find the St. Laurent grape grown in the Napa Valley, since I usually encounter it only in Austria. In fact this wine is made from the grapes of one single vineyard in Napa. The wine has heady, sharp, boysenberry aromas and a bright flavor, light and …
PRODUCED BY: Black Stallion Estate Winery This wine is best served as an aperitif, with a very slight chill (under 70 F) and decanted or aerated. A pretty reserved wine, I found no real exuberant fruit – or even heat, despite it being 15 % alcohol. The first whiff shows …
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 …
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 …
Ever since the Judgement of Paris in 1976, California has built itself an exceptional reputation for high-quality wine. But there are some wineries that have carried that name even further, with limited production and outstanding quality that has people from all around the world fighting to get just a single …
Heaven’s Door Distillery is delighted to introduce their highly anticipated release, the Heaven’s Door Decade Series II Straight Rye. This extraordinary expression is scheduled to hit the shelves in June of 2023, captivating whiskey enthusiasts with its unparalleled craftsmanship and distinctive flavor profile. With a price tag of $99, it offers …
The White Lotus: Drinking in Italy…and Not Just the Wines (Although Etna Plays a Major Role) Now may be the worst time to go to Sicily. Although we will all be tempted to get there by the summer thanks to the dramatic and stunning land and seascapes brought to the …
The Fifth Cup is a liqueur crafted from figs, apricots, dates, almonds and pistachios. Since Righteous Road Craft Spirits uses kosher sugar cane distillate for their two Fifth Cup liqueurs, owner David Hermelin released his liqueur with Kosher certification in 2021. Kosher spirits are often made from kosher, wheat-based distillate, …
Made by the oldest wine co-operative in France, this golden-rose colored wine proves the ageability of pinot blanc. The wine’s aroma of honey-ripe and dried apples brings the change of seasons into sharp focus: a gentle transition from late summer to early autumn. This wine has a lovely textured mouthfeel, …
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: Beronia Crianza Variety: 88% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha, 2% Mazuelo Vintage: 2014 Country: Rioja, Spain ABV: 13.5% Score: 89 Harmonious notes of vanilla, black plum and creamy oak flow from the glass with a base of baking spices, cloves and cinnamon. There’s a sensuous dark fruit that lingers with liquorice …
Wine: Txomin Etxaniz Txakoli Blanco 2016 Variety: Hondarrabi Zuri 85%, Hondarrabi Beltza 15% Vintage: 2016 Country: Spain ABV: 11% Score: 90 As one of Spain’s most eye-catching wines, Txakoli isn’t just vibrant in ambience. The palate showcases an energetically refreshing acidity with fresh juicy green apples, pears and a distinct …
Brent who works in Atlanta at a mid century steakhouse, which feels like the set of Mad Men and is very classic cocktail driven, has an affinity for Lady Lynchburg. This particular cocktail is a twist on the original that is named after Lynchburg, Tennessee, which is also the hometown …
Crazy people make history and regular people don’t. There have probably been times when you come across something and it doesn’t make sense or it seems strange to you. So you label it as weird and move on with your life. However, sometimes, the odd ideas are the best ones. …
A cocktail walks into a bar and nothing special happens. That’s probably how the joke would go, right? But what if a cocktail walks into a tiki party. Well it can’t just be a regular cocktail anymore. That’s exactly what Kyle does. He takes classic cocktails that he loves and …