My wife and I absolutely LOVED this Chateau Tanunda 2007 Grand Barossa Shiraz from Australia.  Robust aromas of toasty oak, cedar and a rich smooth taste of vanilla, plum and dark raisin.  The alcohol is 14.5%, making this the perfect wine to enjoy on it’s own, with a favorite cigar or a slice of chocolate [...]

Since the wine industry started getting it’s feet wet in the realm of web 2.0, it’s been an uphill battle to understand specifically what is needed to properly use social media as a marketing platform.  It’s clear that Blogs, Twitter and Facebook are the most popular forms of social media.  But is it enough for [...]

The Sauvignon Blanc (#SauvBlanc) Tweet-up on March 4th was a smashing success.  Produced by @RickBakas and @StSupery Winery, the goal of the event was to share and experience Sauvignon Blanc from wineries across the globe.  In fact, @Johner got up at 2 am in Germany to participate. A quick analysis of the event shows that over [...]

For many of us the idea of owning a vineyard and producing a quality Napa wine is just a fantasy, but for Tom Burgess it’s a reality. After traveling the world with the United States Air force, Tom’s love for wine and adventure brought him to the Napa Valley, and in 1972, Burgess Cellars was [...]

Want a wine that pairs well with dinner and dessert that won’t break your bank?  Well, thanks to social media I was introduced to another great wine thanks to my friends @rickbakas and @aundycrenshaw on twitter. The Conundrum is a lovely tropical wine on the nose, apple crisp on the palate, and sweet and creamy [...]