Mandi Robertson

1 month ago | thesuburban.com | Mandi Robertson

There’s a quiet hum in Campo de Borja, the kind of rhythm you only find in remote corners of Spain where vines cling to rocky hillsides and the locals speak Garnacha like it’s a second language. This is where Bodegas Borsao lives — not just in geography, but in the heart, in history, and in every bottle that manages to feel both effortless and profound. Bodegas Borsao is not new, and that’s part of its charm. It began in 1958 as a small cooperative in the town of Borja.

1 month ago | news-journal.com | Mandi Robertson

Easter often brings with it the same predictable pairings: Pinot Grigio for brunch, Merlot for lamb, maybe a bottle of bubbly if we’re feeling festive. But what if this year, instead of sticking to the script, we rewrote it? Easter is all about rebirth, freshness, and joy — and your wine should reflect that energy. This year, I’ve curated five bottles that feel like a breath of spring air. Some come from regions you know well, others may surprise you.

2 months ago | thesuburban.com | Mandi Robertson

There’s something about the shift from winter to spring that changes the way we experience wine. As the clocks jump ahead, the days feel a little longer, and that crisp edge in the air softens ever so slightly, our palates start craving wines that feel lighter, fresher, and more vibrant. Winter is for deep, brooding reds, bold tannins, and wines that warm you from the inside out.

2 months ago | thesuburban.com | Mandi Robertson

If you think of Sicily only as a sun-drenched paradise of golden beaches, ancient ruins, pasta, and delicious wine, you’d be right…. but you’d also be missing a more personal story. The soul of Sicily runs deeper — through its people, its traditions, and its breathtakingly diverse landscapes. And at the heart of it all is Planeta, a family run winery that is changing the conversation about what wine can be. At first glance, Planeta might seem like just another well-respected winery.

Mar 6, 2025 | vintnerproject.com | Mandi Robertson

Dear America,We need to talk. Look, we’ve always had a good thing going. You give us great movies, Beyoncé, and the occasional iconic road trip destination. We give you maple syrup, hockey, and the polite art of saying “sorry,” even when it’s not our fault. It’s a symbiotic relationship. But lately, things have been tense.