Inspired Valentine’s Day Wine & Chocolate Pairings

Georgetta's path to Chloe Wines started in her home country of Romania and involved her husband's night out at the pub with his buddies. Listen to her journey to the US and now as Lead Winemaker at Chloe Wine Collection. Her story is inspirational for us all! The post Chloe Wines – Georgetta Dane appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.

Great Rosé wines are wonderful any time of year but especially in the warmer months. If there is a mecca for pink wines than it would be in Provence, France. No other wine region is so tied to the wonderful soft pink hues Rosé lovers have come to love. In fact the Rosé Research Center along with the Provence Wine Council has created spectrum of color for Rosé from around the world. The post Interview: Rosé for Summer – Wines of Provence appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.

Jean is part of the 12th generation of Trimbachs to make wine from these classified vineyards since 1626. Pierre Trimbach (Jean's brother) is the winemaker who focuses his effort on making wine in the tradition that was handed down to him from generation to generation. Following our interview I got taste through the line of wines which focus heavily on Riesling (40% or production) but also includes Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Muscat, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Noir. The post Interview: Jean Trimbach of Maison F.E. Trimbach in Alsace appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.

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Lisa Mattson is the marketing brains behind Jordan Winery's award winning BLOG, spirited wine videos and their popular club newsletter. These are just a few of the things she does to keep their winery top of mind when you are shopping for a great Cabernet or Chardonnay. The post Interview: Jordan Winery – Lisa Mattson appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.

Mimi Nye has been growing grapes at Chateau Ste Michelle's Canoe Ridge Vineyard located in the Horse Heaven Hills wine region in Washington state. The post Mimi Nye from Chateau Ste Michelle appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.

Laurie tastes and talks with Sam Spencer, one of the partners that created Head High Winery in the Sonoma Coast appellation of California. Sam Spencer comes to Head High Wines with a long and distinguished career as a winegrower, wine-industry consultant, and vineyard developer for the past two decades on California’s North Coast. The post Head High Wines with Sam Spencer appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.

Tim Herlihy, US Brand Ambassador at Tullamore D.E.W., joined Laurie for a tasting of 3 of their Irish Whiskeys along with reports from his 50 city Irish Pub Tour of the USA! Learn what makes Tullamore DEW so special, the effects of barrel aging, whiskey... The post Tullamore D.E.W. for St. Patrick’s Day appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.

Laurie sips and chats with Susannah Siger owner of Ma Petite Shoe in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. Her shop features fashion forward European shoes and gourmet chocolates from all over the world. Laurie and Susannah talk about some interesting chocolates from all over... The post Inspired Valentine’s Day Wine & Chocolate Pairings appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.

This week on The Sipping Point Laurie sips a French 75 Squared with Doni Belau. Ms Belau is the author of Paris Cocktails: An Elegant Collection of Over 100 Recipes Inspired by the City of Light and founder of GirlsGuidetoParis.com Doni shares what she learned... The post Paris Cocktails with Doni Belau appeared first on Laurie Forster | Wine Expert | Wine Coach | Wine Speaker.