Come May, I start looking for the one specific email. An invitation from Debbie Gioquindo to be the judge at the Hudson Valley Wine and Spirits competition. Now practically a tradition (which will be ending this year, sigh), it started about 8 years ago when I got this invitation for the first time. Ever since, […]
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Winedivaa’s Guide to Wine, Wanderlust, and Unpretentious Luxury in the Hudson Valley. Updated June 2026. There’s a certain magic to the Hudson Valley. As a wine educator with roots in a culture that values hospitality and vibrant flavors, I’ve found that this region isn’t just about escaping the city. Instead, it’s about connecting with a […] This post Hudson Valley’s Guide to Wine, Wanderlust, and Unpretentious Luxury was posted on WineDivaa .
In my oenophile journey, Cabernet Franc was one of the early discoveries. It all started in Bordeaux, and I don’t mean visiting, just reading about it, not even so much tasting. Continuing that journey, at some point I arrived in the Loire, and there, of course, Cabernet Franc is the king. I wouldn’t remember what […]
