By Laina Carter of McGrail Vineyards & Winery There’s something so special about Italian food. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I find it impossible to dislike Italian food. The ingredients are so, incredibly wholesome and versatile. Italian dishes are just plain comforting and delicious. Vintage after vintage, our C. Tarantino Cabernet […]
Fresh Heirloom Tomato Gnocchi and C. Tarantino Cabernet Sauvignon Read More »
By Laina Carter of McGrail Vineyards & Winery Have you ever tried something that is so extraordinarily flavorful that you just can’t get enough of it? This is how I feel about McGrail wine… and chimichurri sauce. Accordingly, this pairing has a TON of flavor. What Is Chimichurri? Wondering what the heck chimichurri is? Basically,
Cast-Iron Skillet Chimichurri Rib Eye and “The Good Life” Cabernet Sauvignon Read More »
By Laina Carter and Mark Clarin of McGrail Vineyards February was an incredibly busy month in the vineyards, but unseasonably so, as our vines are currently dormant and February tends to be a pretty uneventful month for our vineyards. There are countless facets to grape growing and external factors affecting grapevines that no year and
FEBRUARY 2020: Vineyard Dormancy, Maintenance, & Weather Read More »
By Laina Carter of McGrail Vineyards & Winery Who doesn’t like to treat themselves every once in a while? Pour a glass of our 2019 Kylie Ryan Rosé and keep reading. Whether you do or don’t have a sweetheart this Valentine’s Day, it’s always important to shower yourself with affection. Like Justin Bieber, I’m a
DIY Luxurious Five-Ingredient Rosé Face Mask Read More »
By Laina Carter of McGrail Vineyards If you’re anything like me, you live for spring and summer. Not only do these seasons bless us with incredible fresh fruits and veggies, the warmer weather just makes me feel alive. Still, the best part of spring and summer is that I can finally sip on chilled wine
Spring-Inspired Citrus Salad & Rosé Pairing Read More »
By Laina Carter of McGrail Vineyards Just like the Super Bowl, the Oscars are another pompous American display of money and image, but a slightly more polished one we all so excitedly buzz about in the months leading up to the one-night awards show. If you’ve never watched the Oscars, they are quite a production.
Oscar-Worthy Wine & Hors d’oeuvre Pairings Read More »
