1000 Stories: The Adventures of Bourbon Barrel Aged Zinfandel

It’s now rather in vogue to age wine in bourbon barrels. A handful of wineries have incorporated it into their production due to the demand. While it’s become a trend, 1000 Stories has been aging their Zinfandels in new bourbon bottles long before “it was cool”. Winemaker and storyteller, Bob Blue, has been working with bourbon barrels since 1980s mainly […]

Bodacious Bordeaux Cupcakes Recipe

They say that the way through a person’s heart is through their stomach. These wine infused cupcakes are certain to win someone’s heart. They are a wonderful treat for holidays, birthdays, weddings, or just because. Then there is the frosting..delish! So yummy, these cupcakes are sure to please, especially wine lovers! If you are not a Bordeaux fan, use your […]

Pompette Notes: Mercer Estates Sharp Sisters Red Blend 2013

A wonderful juicy red wine from  is Washington State by Mercer Estates produced on their Horse Heaven Hills Estate. This handcrafted wine is a tribute to Carma Sharp-Mercer and her sisters. The grapes in this wine are Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, Sangiovese, and Petit Verdot. On the nose will be blackberries, plums, cherries, vanilla, and black pepper. The wine […]

Red Wine Hot Chocolate Recipe

Have you ever thought about adding red wine to your hot chocolate? It is a divine drink, that hits the spot. Not to mention two tasty aphrodisiacs. Serve some for a little comfort or to get yourself in a sexy mood. Santé‎! Red Wine Hot Chocolate Ingredients: 6 oz dark chocolate chunks or 3 tsp unsweetened dark cocoa powder 3-4 […]