Category Archives: #Wine

“Words of Wine Wisdom” throughout the Ages

Posted on October 9, 2017 by sommeliersusie

I see so many quotes about wine in a number of places. I thought for fun I would share a few. Many have a ring of truth to them…some are more serious, contemplative, others are just fun. Enjoy, preferably with … Continue reading →

Posted in #Wine, Wine Thought of the Week, Wine Trivia | Tagged #Brainy Quotes, #Good Reads, #Wine Quotes | Leave a comment

Think “Pink” – Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Posted on October 3, 2017 by sommeliersusie

Cancer, that “ugly” word that we fear, a word we never wish to hear, a disease that touches so many of us everyday. I am one of the fortunate ones…my mother, father, and husband are “surviviors”. This isn’t true for … Continue reading →

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Wine Trivia Time

Posted on October 1, 2017 by sommeliersusie

As we enter into the fall season when the days get shorter and the sun sets a bit sooner every day, I think of things to do indoors. I am a trivia “geek”- love to learn new facts whether they … Continue reading →

Posted in #Grape Varietals, #Wine, #Wine Education | Tagged #wine, #wine knowledge, #wine trivia | Leave a comment

Vive la Frenchie! Support ASPCA

Posted on April 4, 2017 by sommeliersusie

To all wine and animal lovers…during the entire month of April, the Boisset Collection will donate $2.00 for every bottle of Frenchie wine sold to the ASPCA! This is an amazing way to support a fantastic organization, enjoy delicious, … Continue reading →

Posted in #ASPCA, #Wine, #Wine Events | Tagged #Boisset, #Frenchie Winery, #JCB, #Raymond | Leave a comment

IBM’s Chef Watson- Wine and Chocolate Truffle Pairing

Posted on March 3, 2017 by sommeliersusie

Last night I had the pleasure of working at an IBM sponsored event at Bin 36 in Chicago. “The product helps professionals across industries solve complex problems and reveal insights from large amounts of data.” (IBM) The component being … Continue reading →

Posted in #Wine, #Wine Events, Wine Education, Wine Pairings | Tagged #Alpha Estate, #Bin 36, #Boisset, #Cabernet Franc, #Côtes de Gascogne, #Chef Watson, #Colombard, #Domaine de Pellehaut, #Gros Manseng, #IBM, #Loire Valley, #Louis de Grenelle, #Malagouzia, #Saumur, #Ugni Blanc, #wine | Leave a comment

Wine Wednesday Women into Wine 2017

Posted on January 23, 2017 by sommeliersusie

Syrah or Shiraz…what do you call this beautiful red wine? This was the varietal we studied to kick off 2017. We were supposed to take a look at Syrah back in November, but due to illness, work schedules, etc…we postponed … Continue reading →

Posted in #Wine, #Wine Education, Winter | Tagged #6th Sense, #Australia, #Lodi, #Micheal David, #Roussilon, #Shiraz, #syrah, #Thorn-Clarke, #wine, #Wine Folly, #wine knowledge, Domaine Gilles Troullier | Leave a comment

Circle of Boisset Wine Club

Posted on November 19, 2016 by sommeliersusie

Are you a wine lover? Have you ever been to Napa and/or Sonoma? When was the last time? Thinking about joining a wine club? I just may have the answer for you…the Circle of Boisset! Let me bring the winery … Continue reading →

Posted in #Wine, #Wine Club, Boisset Collection | Tagged #Boisset, #Buena Vista, #DeLoach, #JCB, #Napa, #Raymond, #Sonoma, #wine | Leave a comment

Pairing Wine with Vegetarian/Vegan Cuisine

Posted on November 17, 2016 by sommeliersusie

How exciting to share my passion for wine and love of teaching to the incredible customers of Bin 36! Located in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, this restaurant / wine bar is a true gem. Owner Enoch Shully has a gift … Continue reading →

Posted in #Wine, #Wine Education, #Wine Events, Wine Pairings | Tagged #Bin 36, #Bodegas Atalaya Laya, #Casalfarneto, #Côtes de Gascogne, #Chicago Events, #Colombard, #Domaine Pellehaut, #Enoch Shully, #Garnacha, #Gros Manseng, #Italy, #La Marche, #Monastrell, #Trakia Manastira, #Ugni Bland, #Vegetarian/Vegan Cuisine, #Verdicchio, Fontevecchia | 2 Comments

Thanksgiving – Let the Holiday Season Begin!

Posted on November 16, 2016 by sommeliersusie

Can you believe how quickly this year has passed? It seems like we were just ringing in 2016…yet we are just weeks away from 2017. How will you describe this year? It has definitely been a wild, emotional ride. Since … Continue reading →

Posted in #Celebrations, #Wine, Wine Pairings | Tagged #Christmas, #Family, #Holiday wine-food pairings, #Thanksgiving | Leave a comment

Wine Wednesday Women into Wine Study Group Update

Posted on November 14, 2016 by sommeliersusie

This year seems to be flying by! I can’t believe Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Our wine study group has had some fantastic sessions. We took advantage of a warm September evening to tackle Rosé and to welcome a … Continue reading →

Posted in #Wine, #Wine Education | Tagged #Cabernet Franc, #Grenache, #Loire Valley, #Mourvèdre, #Oregon, #rosé, #Sangiovese, #Seneca Lake, #syrah, #wine knowledge, NY | Leave a comment