It's Cinco de Mayo, do you know what you're drinking? Most people choose margaritas and tequila as their go-to drink for this festive holiday, but do you know how that magical elixir actually got into that bottle? Watch as I explain the nuances of tequila and which ones you'll want to...
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Weekly Wine Picks | Rosé, Riesling, Red Wine
This week, the second episode of season 10, we had amazing guests along with incredible restaurants, and of course we had incredible wine. Check out my tasting notes from this week's episode! 2013 Maximin Grünhauser Herrenberg “Kabinett” Riesling, Mosel, Germany ($30) One of my favorite wine types is Riesling because it’s...
Weekly Wine Picks | Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Chianti Classico
On the Season 10 premiere episode we showcased some amazing restaurants but as always we had fantastic wine to share with our new guests! 2013 Virage, Rosé, Napa Valley, California ($26) Being a pink wine lover, I was impressed by the elegance and purity of this rosé. Its deep salmon hue...
Wine Language | What is “Oakiness”??
Do you know how to speak the language of wine? Do you know what it means when a wine is considered "oaky"? In this clip from the most recent episode of Check, Please! Leslie discusses the term "oakiness".
Wine Language : What is Tannin?
Have you ever wondered why certain red wines have a drying sensation that puckers the sides of your mouth? That sensation is caused by tannins. Find out exactly what they are and how to tame them in my most recent video!