A view from Koenig Vineyards in Marsing, Idaho last fall. (Credit: Linda Paul/Flickr)
There are a lot of regions in the United States that have been anointed “the next big thing.” Long Island is on that list, of course. I’ve seen it said about the Finger Lakes and northern Michigan, too. And Idaho.
Yes, Idaho. It’s not all potatoes and trout streams, after all. (more…)
This week’s “Wine of the Week,” Anthony Nappa Wines 2017 White Pinot Noir ($20) has a bit of a cult following, both locally and in New York City, where Nappa has had success getting it on restaurant lists dating back to when the wine was still called “Anomaly.” (more…)
No. 139 Red Cider is perfect for fall evenings. (Credit: Krysten Massa)
Just in time for fall, Wölffer Estate Vineyard is rounding out its sparkling hard cider portfolio with the introduction of No. 139 Red Cider. (more…)
Raphael 2017 Sauvignon Blanc is our Wine of the Week. (Credit: Lenn Thompson)
Citrusy, pithy and bright, this week’s Wine of the Week is rare sauvignon blanc for Long Island. Raphael 2017 Sauvignon Blanc ($19) over delivers deliciousness for under $20. (more…)
Some of my favorite columnists — in wine, sports and beyond — occasionally write columns that touch on a variety of topics, quick-fire style, rather than writing about a single topic. I like those columns, but have rarely written one myself.
However, as local vineyards swell with ever-ripening fruit that is soon to be picked, I have a lot of things I want to write about. So I’m going to give it a shot this week. (more…)
The school year has started. Harvest is just around the corner. Tumbleweed Tuesday is behind us — but let’s not forget that summer isn’t truly over. Not yet. (more…)
The Patchogue Beer Project is slated to open this fall. (Credit: BJ Gamboa)
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Patchogue has been making a name for itself as a go-to dining and drinking hub on Long Island. This fall, the village will add another reason for craft beer lovers to visit the vibrant downtown: The Patchogue Beer Project.
