Hamilton Russell Chardonnay 2019 Review – A Gem From South Africa

We’re quickly learning that we love South African Chardonnay and it is for two great reasons. First, the grape seems to grow beautifully in this country and many wine makers do not seem to go over-the-top on winemaking choices like barrel aging or malolactic fermentation (of the ones we’ve tried, at least). Second, you can … Read more

12 Washington Wineries Near Seattle for a Great Day Trip

When we decided to visit friends in Seattle, we knew we wanted to get out to experience several Washington wineries. At first, we had our hearts set on hitting a proper wine region like those found in the Columbia Valley towards the eastern side of the state. But we quickly scrapped that plan when we … Read more