Sascha La Russo is the tasting room manager and a classically trained opera singer. You never know when she might break into song. Visitors can taste all six of Estate d'Iacobelli's offerings for $10.
Located in Buhl, Idaho, just east of Twin Falls, this facility sees anywhere from five to ten million pounds of trout swimming at any given time. They raise 24 - 26 million pounds of fresh water Rainbow Trout annually which accounts for up to 75% of Idaho's trout production.
Carol brought seasoned steamed artichoke hearts in olive oil and it was a great match. So was Laura's moussaka and Hilarie's grilled chicken. Assyrtiko is a unique varietal. I can't think of anything to compare it to.
She says what she does is "totally a hobby" albeit an expensive one. "My husband fishes and this is my hobby." She says she's made a lot of friends and enjoys the camaraderie.
After twisting and turning our way through narrow city streets, we reached our destination. I chuckled when I saw the name of the bar next door - KGB Still Watching You. As this was our first Georgian meal, we ordered a little bit of everything and it was mighty tasty.
I first tasted them at the Family Winemakers of California event earlier this year in Pasadena. Their 2010 "Chileano" Tempranillo was first up. Chris liked the deep ruby color, dark berry and cherry, balanced tannic structure and long smooth finish.
Yliana Stengou
What's the first thing you think of when you hear Greek wine? Retsina? That's what I would have thought until recently. On a sunny spring aft...
Seeing all the photos and memorabilia from the Peach's collection was awe-inspiring. I was particularly struck by the photos of endurance flights, planes that would stay aloft for more than 1,000 hours, getting fuel and food from a chase car on the runway.
It's been my goal since the beginning to share my journey with you. I'm always open to suggestions as to what you would like to see here. Thanks for joining me on this journey.