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Looking for a Country with Tariff-Proof Wines? Try Portugal

1 week ago | palatepress.com | Becky Sue Epstein

Though tiny, Portugal produces wines in every one of its provinces. And without a coastal mountain range to block breezes, these wines are the definition of freshness. I’ve long touted Portuguese wines for value: higher quality and lower prices, red wines as well as white. When the pricing starts low, potential tariff add-ons aren’t so onerous.
Expected and Unexpected: The Wines of California by Elaine Chukan Brown - book review

1 week ago | palatepress.com | Becky Sue Epstein

Expected and Unexpected: The Wines of California by Elaine Chukan BrownBook review by Becky Sue Epstein12 April 2025You may not get exactly what you expected when you open The Wines of California, a new encyclopedic work by well-known wine expert Elaine Chukan Brown. And that’s good. Before diving into details of grapes, climate, geography and regions, Brown begins the conversation with several centuries of early Spanish and Indigenous Californian history.
Perfect Patios for Your Spring Wine Palate

3 weeks ago | palatepress.com | Barbara Barrielle

Lesser-Known Patios in Oregon’s Willamette Valley for the Ultimate Warm-Weather EscapeBy mid-March, as winter lingers just a bit too long, many of us are already daydreaming about sun-drenched afternoons and the perfect outdoor escape. With warm weather on the horizon, it’s time to start planning your next patio retreat.
Enjoy Cancun-adjacent Isla Mujeres at Coco B Villas

1 month ago | palatepress.com | Deborah Grossman

Isla Mujeres is a tiny island with easy access to fun and sun. A short ferry ride from Cancun, Isla Mujeres brings the culture and natural beauty of the Mayan Riviera to life. Consider the boutique amenities, indoor-outdoor lifestyle, and delicious food at Coco B Villas, and a superb vacation or retreat ensues.
Villa San Juliette Crafts Fine Wine in Paso Robles

1 month ago | palatepress.com | Deborah Grossman

The stage is set for fine wine and hospitality at Villa San Juliette. While driving up the lane to the winery, the picturesque châteaux reminded me of French wine country. Villa San Juliette’s owners are producers of both the über-popular singers’ TV talent show American Idol and its successful British predecessor.
Red Wine from a Medieval Château just east of Bordeaux

2 months ago | palatepress.com | Becky Sue Epstein

Maison Wessman’s top red wine — from BergeracIf I told you that the French wine appellation of Bergerac is only about an hour east of Bordeaux, would that pique your interest? Some of the vineyards are sited in soils similar to Bordeaux. So I was all in when a friend offered to open a bottle of a wine he’d first tasted at a winery in a Medieval chateau in Bergerac.
The Lightness of Barolo

2 months ago | palatepress.com | Becky Sue Epstein

A Classic Italian Wine ReturnsHave you ever had a wine that was so light you felt it might float away – and a red wine, at that? No? Not surprised, as I can’t remember the last time this happened to me. Until the other day, when I tasted the wines of Tenuta Cucco, a historic winery located in the Barolo region of Piedmont, in Northern Italy. I truly felt like the wines might lift off the table — unless, perhaps, they were anchored by food.
Velas Resorts Unveils New Wellness Offerings Where Ancestral Traditions Meet Modern Practices

2 months ago | palatepress.com | Barbara Barrielle

From Cutting-Edge Biohacking and Chakra Healing to Indulgent Head Spa Treatments, VelasResorts Blends Ancestral Traditions with Modern Luxury to Redefine Relaxation in 2025Velas Resorts in Mexico is introducing several transformative spa andwellness experiences across their luxury, all-inclusive resorts for the new year.
Finally Some Good News! FREE Tastings All Month

2 months ago | palatepress.com | Barbara Barrielle

Beat the Winter Blues – Taste Your Way Through Sonoma & Mendocino Counties!Take the month to explore the rich flavors of Sonoma and Mendocino wine country! We’re thrilled to invite you to enjoy complimentary wine tastings at 11 exceptional wineries across these two renowned regions. From bold Zinfandels to elegant Cabernet Sauvignons, silky Pinot Noirs, and more, each winery offers a unique experience that captures the essence of Northern California’s winemaking heritage.
Local Favorite (and mine) Timber Cove Resort's Winter Nature Activities Shine

2 months ago | palatepress.com | Barbara Barrielle

I love staying here especially in the off season. Truly an organic resort that reflects its surroundings. Located where the redwoods meet the sea in Jenner, CA, Timber Cove Resort is offering new ways to experience the Northern California coastal resort. This spring, the hotel invites guests to experience new activities including A Taste of Coastal Foraging, Spring Alpine Yurt Dinners, wine experiences with Valette Wines, and more.