Devin Parr

San Diego

Editor-in-Chief at The Vintner Project

The SoCal Wine Gal

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Articles

What's The Best Rum For A Mojito?

4 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Devin Parr

What is it about a mojito that instantly transports you to a tropical island vacation? Maybe it's the cooling rush from the fresh muddled mint and crushed ice. Maybe it's the zesty bite from hearty squeezes of juicy lime mingling with a good splash of rum. Or maybe it's the nose-tingling hit from the fizzy soda water topper. Whatever the magic, the mojito has earned its spot among the most iconic — and most refreshing — cocktails of all time.
In Defense of Drinking, Revisited

1 month ago | vintnerproject.com | Devin Parr

Fun fact about me: I was once a guest on Dr. Phil. No, there were no “who’s the father” reveals or confrontations with in-laws. Instead, it was a confrontation of another sort. A few years ago, I wrote a piece titled “In Defense of Drinking,” in which I unpacked my frustrations with the growing sobriety crusader movement and its sometimes sanctimonious overtones.
Before Diversity Became a Loaded Term, Paul Gee Was Making Wine History

2 months ago | vintnerproject.com | Devin Parr

When Paul Gee walks through his vineyard in Napa’s Carneros region, he’s not thinking about legacy. At 88, he’s more focused on the vines themselves—head-trained, dry-farmed Pinot Noir that has quietly become some of the most coveted fruit in the valley. And yet legacy is exactly what he’s built. Gee is the first Chinese American vintner in Northern California.
Tradition Meets Tomorrow: New York Wine Steps into the Spotlight

2 months ago | vintnerproject.com | Devin Parr

When most people think of New York, their minds jump to the city—bright lights, award-winning restaurants, trendsetting wine bars. But beyond the five boroughs lies a very different kind of energy: over 15,000 acres of cool-climate vineyards, small family-run wineries, and a wine industry that’s not only rooted in history but pushing hard into the future.
12 Best Champagnes And Sparkling Wines For Mimosas

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Devin Parr

The quintessential brunch cocktail, mimosas have long held an exalted place as one of the few tipples generally accepted as suitable for morning consumption. And so they should be! This simple drink is bright, effortless, and endlessly customizable, with a little vitamin C to boot. While the classic mimosa recipe calls for a 50/50 mix of orange juice and sparkling wine, variations abound, from what type of citrus juice you use to your preferred juice-to-booze ratio.
From Trailblazers to Rising Stars: Meet the Women Shaping Napa and Sonoma Wine

Feb 27, 2025 | napavalley.com | Devin Parr

For a long time, the world of Napa Valley wine—of all wine really—was a bit of a boys’ club—tradition-bound, male-dominated, and slow to change. Over time, the dynamic has shifted, and the face of wine today is, thankfully, not so one-dimensional. The story of women in Napa Valley wine goes back more than a century. Hannah Weinberger, Napa Valley’s first recorded female winemaker, took over her family’s winery in the 1880s after her husband’s untimely death.
Visitor Guide: Top Things To Do in Old Town Temecula

Feb 11, 2025 | winecountry.com | Devin Parr

In an age dominated by ubiquitous strip malls and chain restaurants, there's an undeniable allure to a small town that feels authentically preserved-untouched by the homogenizing grip of modern commercialism. Though towns like these often feel like relics of a bygone era, a handful still endure, scattered across the landscape as living testaments to a slower, more storied way of life.
14 Of The Best Pinot Grigios For Every Budget

Jan 12, 2025 | yahoo.com | Devin Parr

As a wine writer and consultant, I taste a lot of wine. Like, a LOT. I'm sure my UPS and FedEx drivers have interesting opinions of just what goes on in my house given the number of "adult signature required" deliveries that land on my doorstep. In my defense, I spit out most of what I taste professionally. I'm also very popular in the neighborhood thanks to my tendency to share the spoils of my wine profession. There's always a spare bottle or something tasty to drink chez moi.
Where Wine is the Destination: Hotels That Offer More Than Just a Good Bottle

Jan 9, 2025 | vintnerproject.com | Devin Parr

As you pull into the grounds of the SB Winemaker’s House & Spa Suites in Mendoza, Argentina, you don’t pass rows upon rows of vineyards, or a large production facility ripe with vinous aromas. And yet wine has somehow infused every aspect of this luxury property with intention and impact.
10 Popular Vodka Cocktails To Sip, Beyond Your Vodka-Cran

Jan 8, 2025 | yahoo.com | Devin Parr

As a longtime drinks writer, culinary school graduate, and, well, tasty tipple enthusiast (pretty sure I saw that job title on Indeed before), I've spent more time than I should probably admit experimenting with the latest and greatest in the creative cocktail world. I may even have gotten a bit too into my Bartesian cocktail maker review, forcing my push-button drinks on anyone who'd humor me.