Creamy Lemon Pie and wine pairing

Yes, you can pair a wine with lemon.3 egg yolks1 (14 oz.) can sweetened condensed milk1/2 cup lemon juice1,  8″ or 9″ prepared graham cracker crust1/2 pint whipping creamLemon zest (optional)Preheat oven to 325 degrees.  Beat egg yolks,...

Wine Pairing Menu July 2011

Here is the menu from the 2011 Charter Member Luncheon, with recipes as promised.-  Cheese & Pate Platter with baguette paired with our own 2009 Estate Petite Sirah, 2008 Woof N’Rose Winery Merlot and/or 2008 Hawk Watch Winery Cabernet...
Construction Update February 2011

Construction Update February 2011

As many know, I keep all my day jobs to support my vineyard habit.  I write for the local newspaper, The Sentinel from time to time, and prepare income taxes during “the season” which is going on now – and my excuse for not keeping up with...
Ice Wine in Ramona?

Ice Wine in Ramona?

It snowed in the vineyard last night – a very rare occurrence here.  Beautiful.  Pictures are worth thousands of words, so here they are.Hot mulled wine this afternoon I think.Cheers,Elaine
Holiday Entertaining Tips

Holiday Entertaining Tips

The holiday party season is upon us, one of my favorite times of the year.  I love to entertain friends and family from small dinners to parties for fifty.I thought I’d pass along a few of my tips and tricks (in no particular order except for...