Another famous winery is all set to lay off its workers. It is one of the most renowned as well as popular wineries in the whole of California. Jackson Family Wines, who are the suppliers of the famous Kendall-Jackson wines, has dismissed workers in a reply to the current economic recession. According to the reports…
The inductees of the 2009 Vintners Hall of Fame have been declared. The hall of fame in the Culinary Institute of America situated in St. Helena, California is dedicated towards honoring all those who have been instrumental in contributed to the wine industry of California. For the present year, the group includes Gerald Asher –…
Wine pairing is all right when you’re out for a nice dinner and can’t decide which red goes best with the braised wild boar over polenta. But if you’re ready to join the major leagues, then reserve your ticket now take part in sampling thousands of the country’s best wines at the San Francisco Chronicle…
The French wine Label that has been famous for its extraordinary design is bringing out a bright surprise. I am talking about So Chic Wines. Three bottles of these fine French wines will be arranged neatly in a charming gift box, decorated with dazzling Swarovski crystals. The makers of So Chic Wine have chosen three…
Barbados is the place you should visit if you want to taste some great dark-aged rum The stuff is said to be associated with pirate legends. It acts as the liquid energy for a perfect Caribbean vacation. This spirit has been distilled by using molasses. Oak barrels are used to age this stuff. You can…
January 25 was a special day because it marked the 250th birth anniversary of Robert Burns, the famous Scottish poet. Of course, who would not have heard of this great poet? A cup of kindness was raised for Burns and the song written by him. Yes, you guessed it right. It is auld lang syne….
There is some bad news from the world of wineries. The Kirkland Ranch Winery has sadly been subjected to foreclosure. According to the reports of Wines & Vines, we have learned that the foreclosure proceedings on the Kirkland Winery have begun. It was an auction in December, which was unsuccessful in attracting any bidder to…
Diesel Farm has devoted itself to the fine craft of wine making to ensure that the final product not only has an exquisite taste. President and founder of Diesel Farm is Renzo Rosso. If you are wondering that you have heard his name, he also owns the luxury denim company, Diesel jeans. Rosso used a…
The independent Luxury Institute based in New York City recently released its annual LBSI or Luxury Brand Status Index. Every year people eagerly wait for the results of the LBSI. Luxury brand executives utilize the result to check how consumers rate their brands in the scale of luxury metrics. A survey of high-ranking consumers rate…
On January 20, President Obama enjoyed his inauguration with The Neighborhood Ball: An Inauguration Celebration event. The occasion was grand enough for calling for a toast. Historically US Presidents had their personal favorites when it came to the best wines of the world. 2000 J. Schram Rosé has always been a presidential favorite. This primary…
Looking for a nice Chianti? We came across the Chianti Classicos and were rather impressed with its’ remarkable history. It became an official wine region in the year, 1716. For the wine only sangiovese grapes were allowed. The Chianti area is divided into eight different sub-areas including Classico as well as Rufina. Chianti Classicos have…
The Sebastiani Family has been feuding for decades. The knock-out punch was thrown a few days ago, when family members sold Sebastiani Vineyards to the Foley Wine Group of Los Olivos in Santa Barbara County, owners of nearby Firestone Vineyards, Merus in Napa, Three Rivers Winery in Washington, and more.