Wine Cat

Has it lost its sparkle?

Not all sparkling wines are created equal! This became abundantly clear to us after we did ...

Summertime wine drinking – 8 Tips for raising a glass to the sun!

Summer is a time for feeling easy. Don’t agonize about finding the perfect wine for that ...
Man in toga holding grapes and fruit.

What makes a grape “noble”?

Okay, spoiler alert— it’s not him.  Technically, a noble grape is an internationally recognizable variety that ...
Grilled salmon with asparagus and lemon slices.

Lemony Salmon-Orzo Bake

A seasonal one-pan wonder, this recipe brings together the ease of quick-cooking salmon with spring asparagus ...
A pot of creamy white bean and spinach soup with herbs.

Spinach and White Bean Soup with Pinot Noir

An amazingly healthy AND cozy soup, loaded with wilted baby spinach, white beans, and orzo pasta ...
A plate of cooked salmon with lemon wedges and kale.

Slow-Cooked Salmon with Oregon Pinot Noir

Baking salmon low and slow results in fantastically tender fish that’s good hot, at room temperature ...
A decadent chocolate mousse dessert with whipped cream and cookie garnishes.

Sparkling Celebration

Champagne is tough to beat for its quality, but there are plenty of sparklers from other ...
A festive turkey-shaped charcuterie board with cheese, meats, fruits, and nuts.

3 Dishes for a No-Meat Thanksgiving or Some Great New Sides for Turkey!

Let's start with a FRESH take on the traditional green bean casserole from Bon Appetit food ...
Grilled lamb chops served in a black pan on a restaurant table.

Luxury Zinfandel

A record crowd attended this event - our largest event since the pandemic.  You may have ...
Spaghetti with octopus and herbs on plate.

Weeknight Octopus Pasta with Picpoul

Reminiscent of linguine and clams but without all the effort, it’s a weeknight-friendly dinner packed with ...