Some thoughts on Decoy – The wine. Not your uncle’s creepy collection of ducks he keeps in the family room, along with your grandmother’s afghan’s and checked curtains.
Unfortunately, Cicada Cellars is closing April 2024. So this post is more to tell you what I enjoyed so you can try and grab a few bottles before they are gone.
I’m not one of those who shies away from Merlot. It has a good place in a wine rotation. Perfect for when you want something with substance, but not as heavy as some other varietals. The 2019 Slate Theory Merlot was a perfect Wednesday night wine.
When I reviewed this wine from Lost Draw I originally thought I’d just sit on my porch and drink it. Instead I paired it with a meal simple option. Read on to see how it turned out.
I had the opportunity to visit Arch Ray Resort in Fredericksburg for a wine tasting and tour. I’ll be honest, I’ve never been a fan of combined wineries, distilleries and breweries – so did they change my mind?
What is Background Wine? Is it an Insult? Not according to this Southern Belle. Read on to find out why on this background day (it only happens every 4 years) I needed a new category….