With the glorious growing season upon us in Germany, we’re putting the country’s warmest wine region in the spotlight throughout the month of May. Baden is sun-soaked, bursting with bonhomie, and home to world-class Pinot Noir (known here as Spätburgunder) as well as Müller-Thurgau, Grauburgunder, Weissburgunder, and Germany’s signature grape, Riesling. Offering some of the fullest-body wines across the German wine regions, this month we’ll focus on top producers and other juicy snippets from this sunny region which has a wine history stretching back to the 12th century! Whether you’re new to Baden…
In cool-climate regions like Germany, with highly challenging weather and disease issues, making wines “au naturel” can be a risky proposition. And yet, many of the country’s winemakers are increasingly turning to such vine growing and wine production techniques. Read more…
Interesting article in Forbes magazine about a new German wine law came into force. It introduces a new kind of hierarchy for German wines based on its geographic origin.
It’s the season for white asparagus and the freshly-harvested German spears are taking the culinary spotlight at Cucina.
At the Wine Society, the vibe that the Hidden Vine was known for has been extended outdoors, with a parklet setup that closely mimics a luxe home library. Seats in the parklet can be reserved, including those in front of the fireplaces. San Francisco Wine Society is open at 408 Merchant Street Tuesday through Saturday, from 2 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday and until 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
Rhein Haus restaurant Executive Chef Kelly Wilson shares his process for creating the traditional German culinary staple, spaetzle, which he calls “a blank canvas” for creating tasty meals. Enjoy this 2 minute video and get the recipe.
We currently offer an exceptional deal for a German rosé. This is a Villa Wolf Pinot Noir Pfalz Rosé 2019 from VDP wine maker Ernst Loosen. The Villa Wolf Pinot Noir Rosé is a true rosé, made with a brief maceration before pressing to extract color. It is light and refreshing, with deliciously bright berry and fruit flavors and a clean, zippy finish. It’s perfect for holiday meals, especially when ham is involved. The Pfalz is a very warm and sunny region, often called the “Tuscany of Germany,” so all of the Pinot varieties do…
Opening Spring 2021 on Sunset Boulevard within the Pendry West Hollywood, The Britely is home to two Wolfgang Puck restaurants, three private bars & lounges, luxury bowling lanes, rooftop swimming pool & lounge, with access to a music venue, 24-hour gym, spa and screening room.
This starter kit is simple. You need wine glasses, a corkscrew, a decanter and, of course, some wine. Article appeared in The New York Times and may require a subscription.
Great article by Nicole Wolbers DipWSET. Today, German Winzersekt stands for artisanal craftsmanship, highest quality and diversity you won’t find elsewhere.
