Wines on the rocks are suited to summer
Temperature and humidity can affect how a wine tastes, so adjust the wine you drink when the temperature rises by adding two ice cubes to your glass. Read more
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Sauvignon blancs lovely for summer
June is here, and we should be thinking about wines appropriate for warm weather. Read more
Rieslings complement many sweet-sour dishes
A well-chilled glass of 2015 Dr. F. Weins-Prum Riesling “Estate” was a terrific pairing with a kale salad from Maui Nui Farms. Read more
Wines to uplift Mediterranean fare
The popularity of Mediterranean-inspired food seems to be on the rise. Read more
Offerings from MauiWine as good as they are local
One of the banners being waved in our local food and wine industry is to buy local, and rightfully so. Read more
Pink wines help boost Valentine’s mood
Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, and it’s a time for romantic dinners and connecting with your loved one. What better way to celebrate that connection than with a glass of fine wine? Read more
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Rhone grape varieties enhance Mediterranean food
While talking story recently with a friend on Maui, I was reminded of the challenges restaurants have selling red wines produced from “Rhone grape varieties.” Read more
Classy ‘Lace’ chardonnay still graces the Halekulani
The farm-to-table concept, where chefs buy products from local farms and create dishes that showcase them, can be applied to wine as well. Read more
Wines for Thanksgiving will complete your feast
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and many local families do their own spins on what to serve. Here are some wine recommendations to round out that holiday meal. Read more
Talent will overflow at the Hawaii Food and Wine Festival
I can’t believe it’s already October. In less than a couple weeks, the Hawaii Food and Wine Festival, and all the world-class talent it brings, will be upon us. Read more
Artisanal wines that get better with age are a joy to taste
In my work at Vino Italian Tapas and Wine Bar, I taste many different styles of wine. Read more
Ease summer heat with light libations
We are in the middle of a very hot summer, so here are some wines to help quench the thirst and cool off. Read more
Summer’s the season to sparkle
As we head into the especially warm months, it makes sense to pay attention to options that are wonderfully thirst-quenching and refreshing. Read more
Wine on rocks is a refreshing, thirst-slaking summer pleaser
While the wine was already one of my favorites, it took on a whole new personality on ice. Read more
Wines enhance everyday dishes
I find it exciting that more and more people are asking me for advice on what wines to serve with their meals. Not only can wine make food taste better, but the reverse is true as well. For the adventurous, the possibilities are endless. Read more
Side-by-side tasting can uncover wine’s character, quality
A fun way to better understand wine is through side-by-side tastings. The approach is particularly insightful when comparing Old World and New World wines. Read more
Chefs, sommelier team up for some food-wine magic
One of my goals this year is to provide more education in the field of wine. Read more
Now’s a good time to give fruity merlot another go
Merlot is a red grape variety that has seen its share of ups and downs in popularity in California over the years. In years past, merlot was often blended with cabernet sauvignon for the production of a more delicious and approachable wine. Read more
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Family heritage, culture cultivate standout wines
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