Today, as I sat in a ten hour lecture with four Master Sommeliers thru the Court of Master Sommeliers preparing for what seems like the hardest tests known to man of ANY subject, this question came up. And its answer…HUMILITY. Humility, here’s what Dictionary.com has to say: hu·mil·i·ty: the quality or condition of being humble;… Continue
So I’m in Seattle. And, I have to tell you, there is truly nothing like Seattle. It’s such a great city. Really. If you’re looking for fun, colorful, lively, fresh and open to anything – try Seattle. Not only are the steep-inclining city streets fun to walk up, but the peeps that you meet on… Continue
With the smell of fresh spring blossoms in the air, the season could not be more delightful here in Minnesota’s Twin Cities! I L-O-V-E this time of year when the season is just right. Today with all the gorgeous fresh smells and just the right temperature, I was suddenly in the mood to drink rosé… Continue
Thursday night, days after my birthday, I got together with girl friends to celebrate my ‘wonder years of the 80’s’ in real rockin’ style. Ever wonder how a sommelier spends her birthday? Some years it’s spent drinking those crazy spendy bottles from the cellar that are only allowed to be touched just a couple times a year, some… Continue
If you’re looking for one smokin’ hot winery out of Napa, California…here it is – Chappellet Winery! Such an amazing portfolio along with just ‘salt of the earth’ winery folks. While they are particularly known for their big, meaty Cabernets – I personally, love their soft and sumptuous Chardonnay as well. Here is a moment with… Continue
There is never NOT a season that I don’t drink rosé, BUT with the beautiful spring weather upon us, and ALL the new vintages of rosé on the shelf, now is probably one of THE most exciting times for rosé. I have a very good pal (also an avid CRUSH PAD reader) that sent his recommendations along to… Continue
There are many things that make a ‘great pairing’ or a ‘great bottle of wine’, but none really better (in my opinion) than the company of great friends or family to enjoy it with. Last nite, at one of my many Cooks of Crocus Hill Classes – undoubtedly Twin Cities Best Wine Classes – I… Continue
Apparently not! Last nite as Bon Jovi and his team of five hit the stage at the Xcel Center in St Paul, the lights honed in and the crowd jumped to their feet. With a full house, a truly packed 18,000 strong, the Twin Cities came to get a little Bad Medicine from one guy… Continue
Sorry this took SO LONG to post, but here it (finally) is… The Best in the Twin Cities – Sommelier, Leslee Miller of Amusée Wine featured with Perk, Belinda & Bobby! Salut!
Okay, okay…so I came across another Easter Wine Pick, if you’re looking for something spectacular to go along with either Grilled Lamb or Ham on your holiday table. The Peterson, Dry Creek Valley, 2005 Syrah. Delish! Fred Peterson of Peterson Winery, is one of THE coolest Winemakers in ALL of California. A cool dude that… Continue
If you’ve chosen Lamb as your main course this Easter, here are a couple of really great wines to pair with your table this holiday! If you’re not having Lamb, no worries! These wines will go with Ham down to Turkey – whatever you’ve chosen for your Easter meal. From the appetizers to your main course,… Continue
While we’re still on the topic of music and wine, I thought I’d share a super cool video from an event that MY favorite musician put on with a couple of peeps back in November of 2009, from Napa. Dave Matthews, according to me!, is one of the greatest musicians to ever live. I love… Continue