Author Archives: sommeliersusie

About sommeliersusie

Owner of Tasteful Adventures- private in-home wines tastings Boisset Wine Living Ambassador- private and corporate wine tastings and direct to consumer sales, corporate gifting, Wine Educator, Sommelier- Level 1 Court of Master Sommelier, BASSETT Certification, French Wine Scholar, Member Guild of Sommeliers

Julien Miquel offers the Best Information!!

Posted on May 9, 2018

Check out @JMiquelWine’s Tweet: https://twitter.com/JMiquelWine/status/993945551539490816?s=09

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What do you prefer…warm or cool weather wines?

Posted on May 9, 2018

Check out @TheWineTeller’s Tweet: https://twitter.com/TheWineTeller/status/993226410302033920?s=09

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Grower vs. Négotiant Champagne

Posted on November 6, 2017

I had the pleasure of attending a seminar on Grower vs. Négotiant Champagnes…what a treat! Our presenter was Jeff Hacker who works at Binney’s Beverage Depot in Des Plaines, Illinois. Jeff has been in the industry for over 11 years. … Continue reading →

Posted in #France, #Grand Cru, #Wine, #Wine Education, champagne, Wine Trivia | Tagged #Billecart Salmon, #Binney's, #French Wine Scholar, #Grands Crus, #Grower Champagne, #Henri Billiot, #Louis Nicaise, #Louis Roederer, #Négotiant, #Pierre Peters, #Ruinart, #sparkling wines, #Vine Pair, #Wikipedia, #wine knowledge | Leave a comment

Favorite Wine-Food Pairing

Posted on October 27, 2017

I am a foodie…well, maybe a foodie snob! I have always loved cooking, so pairing wine properly can elevate my dishes to new heights. When I take the time to create a beautiful meal, I want it to dazzle my … Continue reading →

Posted in #Food and Wine, #Wine, Wine Pairings, Wine Thought of the Week | Tagged #Buena Vista, #Domaine de la Pepiere 2014 Muscadet Sèvre et Maine sur Lie, #French Wine Scholar, #Gillardeau oysters, #Muscadet, #pinot noir, Boisset Collection | Leave a comment

Holiday Gifting Made Simple- Boisset Gift Gallery

Posted on October 24, 2017

Need that perfect gift for your top clients, star employees, wine loving friends? Let Boisset make it easy! Receive $5.00 shipping on ALL Gift Gallery orders through November 15th! http://my.boissetcollection.com/susiewhipple * shop under gift gallery. Questions, shoot me a message … Continue reading →

Posted in #Celebrations, #Corporate Gifts, #Wine, Boisset Collection | Tagged #Boisset, #Buena Vista, #Custom Labels, #DeLoach, #JCB, #Napa, #Raymond, #Sonoma, #Wattle Creek | Leave a comment

“Die Hard” Chicago Sports Fan

Posted on October 23, 2017

This post has absolutely nothing to do with wine, but it shares a bit about me! I have lived in Illinois most of my life. As a young girl I quickly became a “fan” of the Chicago Cubs … Continue reading →

Posted in #Chicago Bears, #Chicago Cubs | Tagged #Lance Briggs, #Soldier Field, #Wrigley Field | Leave a comment

Wildfires Strike Again

Posted on October 18, 2017

As the California wildfires are becoming more contained, news of another wine industry tragedy is happening in Spain and Portugal. Please read from the CNN link below. My heart goes out to those affected…praying for you and hoping for the … Continue reading →

Posted in #Portugal, #Spain, #Wine | Tagged #CNN, #Tragedy in wine country, #Wildfires | Leave a comment