Tag Archives: Chardonnay

Like Minded Hearts Find a Way

Posted on October 7, 2017 by damewine

As I sat by the edge of the sailboat gazing at the turquoise water of Lake Garda, in Trento, Italy, I could hear the Captain talking about what made this boat different from the others. It was open in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Dame Wine | Tagged Blanc de Blancs, Bruno Lunelli, Brut, Chardonnay, Dolomites, Ferrari, Ferrari Riserva Lunelli, Ferrari Trento, Giulio Ferrari, Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore, Italian Sparkling, Italian Sparkling Wine, Italy, Lake Garda, Lunelli, Perle, Pinot Nero, Pinot Noir, Riserva del Fondatore, Rose, Sparkling, Trentino, Trento | 2 Comments

Finding Our Value by Realizing We are Never Alone

Posted on August 16, 2017 by damewine

I remember sitting in one of my first few yoga classes, a young lady of 22 years old, and getting ready for a spiritual (or inspirational for those who are not feeling the word spiritual or its kind) talk, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Dame Wine | Tagged Blanc de Blancs, Brut, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Gilgal, Golan Heights, Golan Heights Winery, Israel, Israel Wine, Israeli Wine, Malbec, Rose, Sanskrit, Single Vineyard, Sparkling, Sparkling Wine, vaśīkāra, Yarden, Yoga | 6 Comments

The Greatest Accomplishment is to be Yourself Against All Odds

Posted on June 18, 2017 by damewine

To be yourself is not such an easy task… especially considering it takes a while to get to know who the heck we are… and even that can be a lifetime process. Sometimes we rebel against what was presented in … Continue reading →

Posted in Dame Wine | Tagged Arinzano, Chardonnay, Cino de Pago, Fine Wine, Gran Vino, Spain, Spanish White Wine, Spanish Wine, Tempranillo | 2 Comments

To Live a Life Worth Living

Posted on June 16, 2017 by damewine

After spending the day seeing ancient artifacts, cutting edge winery techniques, and tasting the top wines from one of the most prominent and famous wineries in Spain (let alone the world), it seemed that sitting there during our typical Spanish … Continue reading →

Posted in Dame Wine | Tagged Bodegas Torres, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cariñena, Catalonia, Chardonnay, Conca de Barberà, Garnacha, Garró, Grans Muralles, Hollywood, Jean Leon, La Scala, Mas La Plana, Merlot, Miguel A. Torres, Milmanda, Monastrell, Penedès, Perpetual, Priorat, Querol, Reserva Real, Spain, Spanish White Wine, Spanish Wine, Syrah, Torres | 2 Comments

Be Careful Trusting the American Palate When It Comes to American Wines

Posted on May 22, 2017 by damewine

My earliest memories of drinking wine are filled with gritty pictures of downtown New York City, in the early to mid-1990s; cheap European libations being consumed over long, in-depth conversations revealing the deepest parts of our youthful souls and venting … Continue reading →

Posted in Dame Wine | Tagged California, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Muscadelle, Napa Valley, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Sparkling, USA, Viognier | Leave a comment

Wild Ferments: Believing That A Wine Can Be So Much More

Posted on June 11, 2016 by damewine

It is not always necessary to meet the winemaker and/or owner of a winery to get a sense of what they are trying to do with their wines. But it does allow the opportunity to learn something about that person … Continue reading →

Posted in Dame Wine | Tagged Artesa, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carneros, Chardonnay, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Wild Ferments, Yeasts | 4 Comments

What factors are required for grape varieties to become international brands?

Posted on November 13, 2014 by damewine

Here’s another Masters of Wine question I have decided to take on for my blog. I will define “international brand” as a singular idea or concept that creates name recognition, perceived quality, and a strong mental and emotional connection with … Continue reading →