I am planning a Christmas party and tasted a couple of Cabernet Sauvignons side-by-side to see what to purchase for the party. The first qualification was the wines had to be inexpensive – I do not want to break the bank on wine… The first I tasted...

It has been a while since I have posted a recipe. Here is one that is quick, easy, healthy, and tasty… Ingredients 1 lb of pasta – whatever your favorite… Penne works well, or any other of what I call “stabbing” pastas – pasta you don’t have to...

In many parts of the country it is getting into that cold weather where a nice glass of port by the fire is the perfect way to keep warm. Check out our new port primer – Introduction to Port Wine. addthis_url =...

Pinot Noir is often mentioned as a wine that pairs well with the Thanksgiving repast. I have noticed one particular Pinot Noir making a lot of the different “Wines for Thanksgiving Dinner” lists. That wine – Castle Rock Pinot Noir. Castle Rock has...

It’s hard for me to believe that Thanksgiving is only a couple of weeks away. I have not even begun to think about the Thanksgiving menu (yes, I know turkey will be on the menu – but when you are of Italian heritage there are many courses before you...