Monthly Archives: November 2018

La Soirée: French Elegance In San Francisco

Posted on November 19, 2018 by John Compisi

The 37th Edition of the French-American Gastronomy & Wine show, ”La Soirée: Couture Garden Party“, was an elegant and delightful event last Friday night at The Design Center of San Francisco. Exquisite food, outstanding wines, an eye popping venue and a sultry … Continue reading →

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Falling Back in Love with Merlot – Masters of Merlot Tasting

Posted on November 6, 2018 by John Compisi

For about a decade now Merlot has been out of favor among the average wine drinker. Some suggest that the 2004 cult film ‘Sideways’ caused this downfall in favor of Pinot Noir, Miles’ (Paul Giamatti) favorite. Experts in the field … Continue reading →

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