Archive for the ‘Beverage’ Category

Winery of the Week: Freemark Abbey – Rutherford

Winery of the Week: Freemark Abbey – Rutherford

Freemark Abbey has a history in the Napa Valley, and Rutherford in particular, dating back to 1899. Over the years, the winery certainly played a part in developing...

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George’s Rants and Raves: UV Sangria

George’s Rants and Raves: UV Sangria

As if 20 flavors of vodka weren’t enough, those over the top distillers at UV have just launched their 21st flavored vodka – Sangria. If you’re anything...

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Winery of the Week: Raymond Vineyards – Rutherford

Winery of the Week: Raymond Vineyards – Rutherford

Raymond Vineyards was founded in 1970 as a 90-acre estate in Rutherford, making it one of the Napa Valley’s pioneers. Today, the winery’s property comprises...

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Winery of the Week: Alpha Omega

Winery of the Week: Alpha Omega

A somewhat hidden gem in the heart of the Napa Valley, Alpha Omega sources fruit from Rutherford as well as other surrounding appellations to produce first-rate,...

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George’s Rants and Raves: Berry Bros.& Rudd King’s Ginger Liqueur & No.3 London Dry Gin

George’s Rants and Raves: Berry Bros.& Rudd King’s Ginger Liqueur & No.3 London Dry Gin

The little box arrived unexpected, so I didn’t know what I might find inside. Within the bubble wrap were two little brown bottles stating quite plainly, and with...

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Winery of the Week: Round Pond – Rutherford

Winery of the Week: Round Pond – Rutherford

At Round Pond, they strive to showcase the best of their Napa Valley estate vineyards, with a special focus on the vines in the Rutherford appellation, an area revered...

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Can’t Miss Mother’s Day Brunch Cocktails

Can’t Miss Mother’s Day Brunch Cocktails

When it comes to Mother’s Day, there are two acceptable ways to start her day: greet Mom with breakfast on a tray, or treat her to a lavish brunch. We prefer...

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Winery of the Week: Foley Johnson – Rutherford

Winery of the Week: Foley Johnson – Rutherford

The Rutherford AVA in the Napa Valley is renowned by wine lovers everywhere for its Cabernet, as well as the other Bordeaux varieties grown in the area, and the...

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Cinco de Mayo Cocktails

Cinco de Mayo Cocktails

Not that one needs a holiday in order to enjoy a tasty cocktail, but just in case you do, here is a good reason: Cinco de Mayo is coming soon! So here are a couple...

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George’s Rants and Raves: Deep Eddy Vodkas Review

George’s Rants and Raves: Deep Eddy Vodkas Review

Can anyone really distill a great bottle (750 ml) of vodka and then sell it for only $17.00? When super-premium vodkas sell well north of $35.00 per 750 ml bottle,...

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