Saturday, February 25, 2017

My Wine Life Residential Cellar Management - Guest Blogger Regina Jackson



Dank and dusty are words one might use to describe a wine cellar. The days of cobwebs and dusty residential wine cellars are a thing of the past.  Let me shed some light on this.

Sunday, February 19, 2017

A taste of Italy in the beautiful mountains of Colorado Springs



“People spend their entire lives at those lower altitudes without any awareness that this high country exists” – Robert Pirsig
The history of the wild west evokes images of rugged trails, horses and adventurers mining for gold in harsh conditions. Colorado Springs is filled with that spirit of the west ...

Monday, February 13, 2017




“Through Love all that is bitter will be sweet, Through Love all that is copper will be gold, Through Love all dregs will become wine, through Love all pain will turn to medicine.” - Rumi

Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day and if you haven’t found the perfect wine to pair with your dinner and chocolates, I’ve got a couple of great selections. The first is a full and smooth Pinot Noir...

Friday, February 3, 2017

Red Wines for the Family Tasting


“Accept what life offers you and try to drink from every cup. All wines should be tasted; some should only be sipped, but with others, drink the whole bottle.” – Paulo Coelho

My family started the New Year with our traditional dinner of ham, collard greens and black-eyed peas. Pairing 3 varietals of red wines with distinct flavors – Syrah, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon... 

Saturday, January 14, 2017

A Beginner’s Guide to Appreciating Diversity in White Wines



White wines can present themselves as a bold accompanist or lay back like a mellow friend. Diversity in white varietals make it possible for most wine lovers to find a selection or two to regularly enjoy.

Over the 2016 holiday season, I hosted a white wine tasting...

Monday, January 2, 2017

Mocktails for the Rose Bowl

Are you looking for a refreshing drink for your guests who aren't drinking alcohol for the Rose Bowl or any other event during the month of January? Try a couple of easy ones that just happen to be Cardinal and Gold! Fight On!







Saturday, December 31, 2016

Bring 2017 in with Affordable Style!

"Too much of anything is bad, but too much Champagne is just right.” --- Mark Twain


2016 will be over in just a few hours! Drinking champagne is a very popular part of many New Year’s eve celebrations. In today’s blog...