If you ever find yourself in northern Italy, you need to visit Lugana in Lake Garda and try the local wine featuring the indigenous white grape variety Turbiana. I had the pleasure of joining a Consorzio Tutela Lugana D.O.C. press trip and visiting a variety of amazing wineries. Here’s the list to save for later….
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Why Lugana Wine is a Must-Try in Lake Garda
When thinking of lake vacations in Italy, Lake Como usually comes to mind, but don’t make a huge mistake and sleep on Lake Garda, Italy. I had the pleasure of visiting the region this fall and can say that Lugana is truly an experience. Between the people, the Lugana wine, and the food, it’s a…
Best NYC Spa: QC Spa on Governors Island
I’ve been to NYC dozens of times, but I never knew about all the fun you can have on Governors Island—especially at QC Spa. It’s absolutely the best NYC spa. It makes for the perfect day of relaxation and fun in the sun. Governors Island Governors Island is a 172-acre island in the heart of New…
Finger Lakes Travel Itinerary for Cayuga Lake
This month, I went to the Finger Lakes for my husband’s 40th birthday. I had an amazing time and some of you have asked for my Finger Lakes travel itinerary. I stayed on Cayuga Lake, so my activities were centered around that area. In the past, I’ve stayed on Seneca Lake and Canandaigua Lake. About…
Pouring Over Pages Podcast at Hosmer Winery with Julia Hoyle
I recently stayed in the Finger Lakes at Glen Hollow and took advantage of the local wineries. I especially enjoyed my visit to Hosmer Winery because I had the pleasure of interviewing winemaker Julia Hoyle for Pouring Over Pages Podcast. About Hosmer Winery Hosmer Winery is home to Patrician Verona Vineyard established in 1972,…
#WineWednesday101: Terroir
Let’s talk about terroir! What is it, and how does it influence the taste of your favorite wines? 🌍 Terroir is a French term that translates to “a sense of place.” When you look at a winemaking region, its terroir is the combination of climate, soils, terrain/topography, and microbes—which all affect the taste of wine. #WineWednesday101…
Sneak Peek of Living Roots Wine New Finger Lakes Tasting Room
During my recent trip to the Finger Lakes, I had the special treat of visiting Living Roots Wine‘s new Finger Lakes tasting room. The machinery was out, fixtures were being installed, and the landscape was being put in, so this was a major sneak peek of the facility (what a treat!). We were greeted by…
Traveling to Chateau L’Hospitalet
I recently traveled to France for the celebration of @historyandwine‘s wedding, which took place at the gorgeous Chateau L’Hospitalet. Owned by Gérard Bertrand and located in the south of France, Chateau L’Hospitalet was the perfect backdrop for this stunning occasion. L’Hospitalet is a 1,000-hectare estate, entirely dedicated to the art of living, to the discovery of…
Exploring Wine in the Finger Lakes at Camp
When you think of the best wine growing regions in America, where does your mind wander to? Some may say California or Oregon but there is way more depth to winemaking in this country—think east coast. Yes, east coast. This past month, I spent a few days in the Finger Lakes, NY and learned why…