‘Tis the season for Oscar parties. If you really want to impress your friends during this Sunday’s festivities, don your tux or gown, get behind the bar, and whip up some of these cocktails inspired by some of the nominees. The George Clooney 3 oz. Hendrick’s gin Juice of ½
Raisin and honey aromas, with a wisp of umami leather too. Raisin, honey, leather and wood spreading out on the palate. Moderate finish with a touch of lemony fig at the very end. Good with savory foods from beef stew to the classic port pairing of blue cheese (Stilton) and
A cool, persistent spring was the beginning of the weather problems that would plague the 2011 California harvest, pushing back bud break to make the grapes almost three weeks behind schedule. May and June had heavy rains, and the summer heat never really spiked. Pinot noir and chardonnay seemed happy
Historically, wine business activity—or any interest in wine—in Mississippi has been hindered by several factors. But today, a slowly maturing wine scene is emerging on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Until very recently, a stringent state-controlled alcohol system, the lingering effects of falling within the overly conservative “Bible Belt”, and a
White Rose has consistently produced very good and, more often than not, excellent pinot noirs. The Dundee Hills AVA is a fine example. A nose of raspberry and juniper berries leads the lucky drinker into a velvety, balanced wine of lovely fruit with more light spice tones of cinnamon and
Very light, almost clear, copper color. The nose is interesting, a bouquet of white flowers and pencil shavings. On the palate it has huge flavors of pencil shavings with flint, rose water, pepper, and red currants. Smoke lingers on the finish. Pair with a fruit tart dessert. Recommended. DH WHO:
A wave of headlines over the past several weeks has undoubtedly caused concern in many pregnant women. Those headlines are based on a new study by a team led by Dr. Haruna Feldman at the University of California, San Diego concerning the effects of alcohol on a developing fetus. "Study:
Rich, buttery red fruit in aroma, with fruit nicely integrated into classic port profile so tannins feel light on the tongue. Grapes, figs and dried red fruit elements in flavor. A long exhale of a finish. Good with dark chocolate. Recommended. BSE WHO: Sandeman WHAT: Port WHERE: Porto, Portugal WHEN: