Welcome to Cline! Cline Winery is located in Sonoma, California. Perched back on acres of current vineyards and historic missionary land, Cline offers a visitor experience unlike any other. The winemakers at Cline focus mainly on Zinfandels and Rhone-style wines. Created in 1982, Fred Cline and his wife and co-owner Nancy, aimed to bring quality [...]
How Irish Whiskey Poured its Way into America
Saint Patrick’s Day is known in America as the day where everybody is a little bit Irish. Irish whiskies and Irish creams are very prominent liquors today, but it hasn’t always been that way. Irish whiskey was first distilled back in 1405, but began regulation in the 1600s, when King Henry VIII was ruler and [...]
6 Italian Varietals Every American Must Try!
Photograph Courtesy of Wine Enthusiast Magazine With over 350 grapes listed in Italy's Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, it's likely that you have not tried every type out there. Most Americans have heard of typical wines like Moscato, Pinot Grigio, Chianti, and Prosecco. Those are some of the most popular Italian wines in the world, [...]
Celebrate National Rosé Day With These Local Gems!
4 New York State Dry Rosés to Try This summer! 3 Brothers Stony Lonesome Sheldrake Point Casa Larga Hosmer Start your summer off right with one of these great dry rosé wines! The local wine industry needs our support now more than ever. Impacted greatly by the lack of tourism in the Finger Lakes and [...]
Local Entrepreneur Creates Bestie Bubbly Sparkling Wine
"Bestie Bubbly was created to celebrate the countless cherished memories I’ve made drinking wine with my best friends. Memories filled with unwavering support, laughter, tears and dancing. It has been in some of those moments, the bonds of true friendship were made and grew stronger. Bestie Bubbly is a celebration of friendship." -Andrea Weigand (Creator [...]
Jed Steele: A Shooting Star in the Wine Industry
One would not think a successful winemaker and winery owner would have grown up on the streets of Manhattan, however, Jed Steele certainly did. Steele's father was a wine aficionado and taught him many things along the way. His father even lived in France for a while before moving himself, young Jed, and the rest [...]
The Legendary Crafting of Tullamore D.E.W. Irish Whiskey
Looking for a very smooth, lighter-bodied whiskey? Tullamore D.E.W. is a perfect choice for you! On the market for a slightly less expensive price point than the popular Jameson brand, this Irish whiskey is extremely easy to drink. If you like a little variety in your whiskey, Tullamore D.E.W. has that too. From their original [...]
The Prisoner Experience
Located on the old Franciscan Estate, The Prisoner Wine Company (TPWC) has built its establishment from the ground up on historic Napa territory. The Oakville region of Napa consists of some fairly high-end wineries, including but not limited to TPWC, Robert Mondavi, Cakebread, Silver Oak, and Opus One. It is very hard to come by [...]
Ruffino- A Brand With Deep Roots
The charming vintage Italian feel of the Ruffino estate is only part of the value it brings to the table. The Ruffino family founded the award-winning winery in 1877. Its Poggio Casciano vineyard is located just outside of Florence and serves as the main visitor center for Ruffino guests. The Ruffino family has been making [...]
Villa Bellangelo Winery: A Riesling Paradise
Welcome to Villa Bellangelo! Located on the west side of Seneca Lake in Dundee, NY, Bellangelo winery sits atop a gorgeous hill with some vines planted. What attracts guests to Bellangelo winery is not only its great tasting wines available for purchase, but its amazing lake view from the tasting room and deck area. The [...]