How do YOU do Thanksgiving? I always get asked which wines are best on the big day. To tell you the truth, it changes every year! I have some new ideas for 2015–from traditional varietals to ‘outside of the box’ picks sure to please this holiday season…
Pinot Noir
Weigh In on Thanksgiving Day Wines
Hard to believe but…it’s holiday season! I got with Ralph my Wine Guy for his go-to wines no matter what’s being served at your table. Sometimes it’s hard to know which bottles are your best best on Thanksgiving. Here’s our suggestions…
A Frightening Feast for Halloween!
We’re days away from dressing up and tricking out All Hallow’s Eve. To those planning to host a monster mash of their own, these treats are to die for! Even still, ours is a healthier approach to Halloween snacks for your bash on the big day.
Autumn-Ready Reds from H-E-B
Tailgate season has arrived, and these spirited reds are in on the festivities. No matter how darn hot it may get in South Texas, the number #1 best selling wine across the board is still domestic red wine. Here are a few special selections to try as we head into fall…
Easy Drinking Summer Reds are In at H-E-B
New wines for summer have arrived in the Wine Dept. at HEB – three in fact that we’ve handpicked for your drinking pleasure! Don’t forget, when you buy ANY six bottles, you’ll still receive a 10% discount off your purchase…
It’s a Peak Month for Pinots
Thinking ahead to Easter, you’ll want a nice bottle of Pinot Noir for Sunday dinner with the fam. Pinot is a crowd-pleaser and still the most popular varietal out there today. All three of our selections are sure to cover just about everyone’s preference for red wine on your holiday!
What Wines to Pair with Thanksgiving
Truly, the food is the real star of the Thanksgiving meal, so you want your wine to blend in and compliment not dominate the feast. Probably the biggest crowd pleaser at Thanksgiving and one of the most versatile food wines is…
Pinot is the People’s Wine for the Holidays
Pinot Noir is your best bet for a crowd-pleasing wine come the holidays. Plus, it pairs with just about anything your Smorgasbord of a table can throw its way. My sommelier Sean has some standout pinots, all under $25, at H-E-B.
Wines to Cap off a GREAT Summer!
The end is in sight! ‘Wine down’ summer with Ralph my “Wine Guy,” who’s back for another monthly installment of wines you should keep an eye out for at your local H-E-B. It’s a great time for reds and whites — it all depends on what you fancy!
Spring Wines are Right On Time!
After a slow start, spring is FINALLY here in Texas. It’s always a good time to lighten up on food and wine once the seasons shift in favor of warmer weather. Goodtaste has the latest selections from Ralph Cortez, my resident Wine Guy at H-E-B. You can never go wrong with…
Middle Sister is Quite the Match!
Make way for Middle Sister. Introducing wines dedicated to the smooth-talking muse in the middle; the sibling who always seems to have a sociable personality and steals the show! These offbeat wines from California are a cheeky combination of class and sass, inspired by the middle sister in all of us…
Pinot Noirs & Chardonnays – The Masters are Here
The reason for our visit to Burgundy was to explore the highly acclaimed villages of the regions to become familiar with the many French wine appellations. For a region that only produces two varietals, chardonnay and pinot noir, the selection is extensive and the flavor profiles of the many AOC’s are so different.
Wine with a Hero of Mine… Sommelier Rajat Parr!
This particular meeting was a real treat for me. I first met Sommelier Rajat Parr at RN74 in San Francisco — one of my very favorite restaurants anywhere. His book, Secrets of the Sommeliers, is an excellent guide for anyone with an interest in wine, no matter your experience level or familiarity.
Select, Sample & Save at the Boerne Wine Co.
Boerne Wine Company is a fabulous wine boutique (and humidor!) with more fun finds and rare wines — wines by the taste, half glass or full — than you’ll be able to try anywhere else. Their state-of-the-art Enomatic Wine Dispenser allows you to taste some fancy names for cheap in comparison. There aren’t many places that you don’t have to commit to buying a pricey bottle in advance. Your taste test awaits!
Keep Your NYE Bubbly Fresh for Days!
Anything you taste, you can take home from the Boerne Wine Co. Champagnes of all kinds — by the glass — and it’s the only place you’ll find a collection this vast.