The 4th annual Palm Springs Pinot Noir Fest returns February 2-3, 2024

Known as “Passion 4 Pinot,” the largest Pinot tasting event in the country (that only focuses on California Pinot Noir) returns to Greater Palm Springs February 2-3, 2024 at the Westin Rancho Mirage Golf Resort & Spa. The event now in its 4th year is for the novice or the wine connoisseur. This year guests can experience over 82 top-tier producers pouring more than 225 … Continue reading The 4th annual Palm Springs Pinot Noir Fest returns February 2-3, 2024

Melissa CurtinJanuary 9, 2024Leave a comment

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Swanky new Canopy Wine Lounge is a stunning addition to Palm Springs

For superb wine in a dreamy mid-century modern setting, Canopy Wine Lounge is another exciting reason to linger longer in the desert. Sample a canopy of wines from around the world, even as far south as Patagonia, in this sophisticated indoor-outdoor destination just one month old and right in the heart of downtown Palm Springs. Perfect for a first date, an afternoon on the terrace, … Continue reading Swanky new Canopy Wine Lounge is a stunning addition to Palm Springs

Melissa CurtinDecember 16, 20231 Comment

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10 Washington State Wines To Buy Now

Wine is a matter of personal preference. This is often made even more evident when wine tasting with friends, as wine preferences can vary greatly. While I am not a wine connoisseur by any means, I do love a sensational vino that lingers in my mind long after the first impression. Often certain wines win you over because they create a feeling or memory or … Continue reading 10 Washington State Wines To Buy Now

Melissa CurtinApril 23, 2023May 15, 20231 Comment

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Exciting new wine options for your next party

We aren’t sure if we are wine connoisseurs or just wine lovers. Some of the best wines we have discovered have been while traveling – like Sicily (from Mt Etna region), France, Croatia, and Germany. Living in California allows for easy access to endless grape varietals too. It’s just a drive or a quick flight to explore some of the best wine regions in our … Continue reading Exciting new wine options for your next party

Melissa CurtinAugust 30, 2022September 2, 2022Leave a comment

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A Paso Robles Weekender Primer

The cliché is that it’s what Napa used to be. But Paso Robles doesn’t seem to care for the comparisons with the long-established wine country to the north. Oh, they’re happy to provide fruit for those big “Napa Valley” Zins and Cabs, but appear happy to carve out their own distinct niche in the wine world. Less than four hours north on the 101 in … Continue reading A Paso Robles Weekender Primer