Heading northwest to the Vinho Verde region today. This regions spans from the Atlantic coast to the mountainous interior and … Continue reading “Enroute to the Vinho Verde Region [Portugal]”

Last night what a magical dinner at Aroma, the signature restaurant located in the five-star Pestana Douro Riverside.  This is … Continue reading “Aroma, the signature restaurant located in the five-star Pestana Douro Riverside”

Just arrived at the World of Wine (WOW) Cultural District in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto! This vibrant cultural hub … Continue reading “World of Wine (WOW) Cultural District in Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto”

I’m heading to Porto today participate in the 9th Edition of @Alivetaste_com in Portugal! I’ll be exploring the wine regions … Continue reading “AliveTaste’25 – Porto, Portugal”

During my recent visit to Dievole Wine Resort, I conducted an in-depth exploration of the estate’s integrated wine tourism program, … Continue reading “Dievole Wine Resort: A Benchmark in Tuscan Wine Tourism Excellence”

In a landmark moment coinciding with its centennial, the DOCa Rioja Regulatory Council has appointed Raquel Pérez Cuevas as its … Continue reading “A Historic Milestone for DOCa Rioja: Raquel Pérez Cuevas Becomes First Female President”

Traditionally celebrated for their structured reds, Côtes du Rhône (CDR) and Côtes du Rhône Villages (CDRV) are gaining prominence for … Continue reading “Fresh Perspectives: The White and Rosé Evolution of Côtes du Rhône and Côtes du Rhône Villages”

Visit Temecula Valley released its 2024 Economic Impact of Travel report this week, revealing substantial growth in tourism-related activity for … Continue reading “Temecula Valley Reports Historic Growth in Tourism: 3.4 Million Visitors and $1.1 Billion Economic Impact in 2024”

Situated along the windswept shore of Tomales Bay in Northern California, Hog Island Oysters is far more than a traditional … Continue reading “Hog Island Oysters by the Sea: A Quintessential California Coastline Experience”

The results of the 2025 Decanter World Wine Awards, announced last week, reaffirmed France’s preeminent position in the global wine … Continue reading “France Reigns Supreme at the 2025 Decanter Awards, Redefining the Benchmark for World-Class Wine”