I’m craving somewhere warm. Somewhere sunny. Somewhere where the blues are as blue as can be and the whites are as white as can be. I know I know, I’m in Portland, it’s not like it’s “that” cold here. It could be worse. I could be braving the blizzard headed towards the east coast right…
Greece Travel
What to Drink, Eat, Do, and See in Santorini, Greece
Right about this time of year I start itching for a vacation. It is cold and wet where I am, so I dream of someplace warm… no, make that hot… with plenty of sunshine, good food, and great wine — A place like Santorini. Though it may be a few years before I get back…
A Special Wine for the Holiday Season – Vinsanto from Santorini
This time of year everybody seems to be weighing in on the best wines to buy as gifts. With any type of gift (wine related or not) I believe the process should be as uncomplicated and stress free as possible. Whenever I am asked for wine gift ideas (any time of the year) I simply…
Quite possibly the oldest vineyard in the world
On my last day in Santorini our group was lead by Yiannis Paraskevopoulos, oenologist and owner of GAIA Wines, on a tour of what he believes to be the oldest living vineyard in the world. Many wineries claim to possess “old vines”, and depending on where in the world you are this could mean anything…
The wines and grapes of Santorini Greece
Get to know the primary grapes of Santorini, Greece, wine region. Santorini is a special place. A place like no other with something incredibly unique about it. A true wonder of the world. Walking alone along the ancient city streets, taking in the breathtaking views and unique architecture, you feel something big, something deep, even spiritual. When you…
The Santorini I Want You To Taste
When I first put visiting Greece on my bucket list years ago it was because of pictures like these… I wanted to see this place. You may have felt the same way too. But since returning from my recent trip there I want to introduce you a different Greece. One beyond the intense beauty of…