Elaine Luxton

#FlashBackFriday Wine Chat 🗣Recap . On Wednesday I joined @girlswineclub for an American Wine live chat and because August is #WashingtonWineMonth 🙌I just had to share a wine from the Walla Walla Valley. . Here is a little recap of the 2018 @pepperbridgewinery Merlot from the American Wine discussion. . Located in the beautiful Walla Walla Valley in Washington state, Pepper Bridge’s entire estate is Certified Sustainable and Salmon Safe. This iconic Walla Walla winery planted its original Pepper Bridge Vineyards in 1991 and in 1998 founder Norm McKibben and partner Ray Goff officially launched #PepperBridgeWinery . . Pepper Bridge has an impressive wine portfolio which includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, an array of red blends and Sauvignon Blanc. Across the board the selection of wines from Pepper Bridge showcase the incredible talent of their winemaker Jean Francois Pellet. . An elegant Merlot that drinks beautifully in its youth, the 2018 is a blend of 81% Merlot, 13% Cab Franc and 6% Malbec. On the nose you get dark and blue fruits with notes of smoked cedar. On the palate those same dark fruits merge with hints of warm spices, chocolate and earth. Rich, plush, smooth and extremely well balanced this #Merlot is a true example of the exquisite wines being produced in Washington. . You can visit Pepper Bridge’s Winery and tasting room in #WallaWalla or drop into the tasting room they share with their sister winery, @amavicellars in #Woodinville WA. . Have you been enjoying any new Washington wines this month? I’d love to hear about them. . 🍷Cheers everyone and Happy Friday! . . . . . . . . . . . #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winestagram #instawine #winetasting #drinkinlife #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #lifestyle #pnw #pnwlife #drinklocal #winecommunity #wine #washingtonwine #DrinkForWA

“A joy that is shared is a joy made double” ~John Roy . Today at 9 am PST/12 pm EST as part of the @GirlsWineClub live discussion of American Wines, I will be sharing a favorite Washington Merlot. Which one? Well you’ll have to join us ( myself, @kristys_winetravels @thehappyvineks and host @mulongowineandspice) to find out. 😉 Don’t worry if you can’t join us, I will be revealing the answer on my stories after the discussion.🤗 . Why did I choice a Washington wine for this chat? Reason #1-August is #WashingtonWineMonth and I couldn’t miss the opportunity of highlighting a wine from my home state to celebrate 🍷🙌 Reason #2-Washington State is the United States' fastest growing, major wine region and I love sharing wines from it’s 19 AVAs. . Fun Facts about Washington Wines from @wa_state_wine * Number of licensed wineries: 1,050 * National rank as wine producer in the United States: 2nd * Wine grape acreage: 60,000+ acres * Number of wine grape growers: 400 * Varieties produced: 80+ . Any guesses on what Wine I will be sharing? I’ll give you a couple of clues: ◾️They have been producing wines in Walla Walla since 1998. ◾️Their original 10 acre premier vineyard located in the Walla Walla Valley was planted in 1991. ◾️Their winemaker was born and raised in Switzerland and is a third generation wine grower. . I would love to hear your guess! . Cheers everyone and have a wonderful #WineWednesday 🍷 . . . . . . . . . . #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winestagram #instawine #winetasting #drinkinlife #wineoutside #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #wine #washingtonwine #DrinkForWA #lifestyle # @pepperbridgewinery #pnw #wallawallawine #wallawalla #washingtonstate

Tomorrow I have the opportunity to taste this collection of wines from @DomaineBousquet while participating in a virtual meet with proprietor Anne Bousquet of #DomaineBousquet and Franco Bastias, their dynamic young viticulturalist/chief agronomist. This tasting-webinar will give a glimpse of Argentina’s Uco Valley, its soils, climate, winds, altitude, and more. I’m also excited to hear more about Domaine Bousquet’s commitment to organic growing practices and why their estate is eager to encourage others to follow suit. . A little background: During a 1990 vacation to Argentina’s Uco Valley region Jean Bousquet, a third-generation French winemaker, discovered the ideal location and dream terroir to organically grow wines. High in the #Tupungato district of the Uco Valley, Bousquet embraced the areas remote and arid terrain that locals dismissed as being too cold to grow grapes. Bousquet felt strongly that this tract of land had the potential to grow some of Mendoza’s finest wines, sparking the start of Domaine Bousquet. . Anne Bousquet, Jean Bousquet’s daughter and her husband Labid Al Ameri soon found themselves drawn to her father’s cause and the potential opportunity to put into effect their shared philosophy on sustainability. In 2002 the couple began to invest in Domaine Bousquet and in 2005 Al Ameri joined Bousquet in the construction of the winery. Daughter Anne joined the company in 2008 and in 2009 Anne and Al Ameri moved to Argentina. In 2011 the couple assumed full ownership of Domaine Bousquet. . I will be posting more about this virtual tasting in an upcoming blog post, but until then I invite you to visit @DomaineBousquet and learn more about this family run sustainable Argentina winery. . Do you have any exciting wine tastings planned for this week?   . 🍷Cheers everyone and have a lovely week! . . . . . . . . . . #argentina #argentinawine #ucovalley #ucovalleywine #virtualtasting #wineeducation #sustainability #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winestagram #instawine #winetasting #drinkinlife #wineoutside #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #wine

“I've always believed in savoring the moments. In the end, they are the only things we'll have.” ~ Anna Godbersen . #FoodieFriday The flavors of summer are carrying me into the weekend and helping me get through this latest heatwave. Round 3 of extreme heat this summer and the temperatures are somewhere between What the $&@!!!! and Enough Already!!!! . Dinners have gotten very simply the last couple of days as the Fahrenheit continues to climb again. The bites might be simple but they are big on flavor and perfect for these 🥵 dog days of summer. . #SimplebutDelicious #EndoftheWeekTreat ▪️Beet and Goat Cheese Bruschetta ▪️Cheese stuffed mini sweet peppers ▪️Crackers w/ blue cheese & Merlot jam ▪️Caprese Salad ▪️Marinated Mozzarella, olives, and peppers ▪️Grapes 🍇 and of course Wine🍷😃 . Do you have a favorite simple meal that is perfect for these extremely hot days? I’d love to hear about it. . Stay Cool 😎 Everyone and Happy Friday! Cheers 🍷 . . . . . . . . . . #winelover #wineenthusiast #winestagram #instawine #winetasting #drinkinlife #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #instawine #wine #foodstagram #bruschetta #foodgasm #delicious #foodporn #foodie #cheeseboard #instafood #foodandwinepairing #deliciousbites #gardenfresh #tasty #foodlove #goodeats #hungry

When we think about #Bordeaux , most winelovers minds immediately gravitate towards the legendary dry red wines of the region. Mention the "Sweet Wines" of Bordeaux and those same people think about the most well known example “Sauternes.” . During last week's #WMC21 one of the discovery tasting sessions from The Union des vins Doux de Bordeaux showcased more of the region’s sweet wine styles and production practices with a sampling of 4 wines. This session really helped me gain a better appreciation for the wider variety of sweet wines being produced in Bordeaux. . Included in the tasting were; 🔶Château La Hargue, a blend of #SauvignonBlanc , #Sémillon , #Muscadelle and Sauvignon Gris. This off-dry light and fruity wine displayed lovely aromas and flavors of golden apple and stone fruit with some enticing notes of citrus and floral . 🔶Château des Arroucats. This intense yet complex wine checked off all the boxes for aromas and flavors you hope to find in a sweet wine that is 80% Semillon and 20% SB. Candied orange, spice and blossom with nuances of honey and hints of tropical fruit. . 🔶Chateau du Cros, Loupiac a blend of Muscadelle, Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon was close to Sauternes with lovely notes of pear, honey and hazelnuts. A wonderful wine to end an evening with. . 🔶Château la Rame this 100% Sémillon might have been my favorite sip of the tasting. Vanilla, hazelnut, peach and honey aromas and flavors with an addition of tangy citrus on the palate. Great balance of acidity and a wonderful finish. #Delicious . This insightful discovery session, yet again, had me really enjoying the opportunity of try something new (to me) from a well-known wine region in Europe. . If you are interested in learning more about these #SweetWinesofBordeaux visit @sweetbordeaux_usa for more information. . What’s your opinion of the sweet wines of Bordeaux? Love them, Like them or Not a Favorite? . Cheers Everyone and Happy #WineWednesday🥂 . . . . . . . #winelover #wineenthusiast #winestagram #instawine #frenchwine #wineeducation #winetasting #winetime #winewriter #drinkinlife #winecommunity #wine #frenchwines

Most winelovers are enthusiastic and even a little driven by the discovery of a new wine. In exploring wine, I love that no matter how many wines I’ve tried, there is always something new waiting to be found, tasted and shared with others. Seeking out new wines does require an open mind as we as winelovers sometimes carry a suitcase full of preconceived ideas and opinions about quality and particular styles of wine that we prefer. . The quest to discover unexpected gems is often the compass that leads me to wine events like last week’s Pre-Conference Excursion to the Umpqua Valley AVA in Roseburg and the 2021 #WineMediaConference in Eugene, Oregon. . Over the next few weeks there will be plenty to share about the adventures, discoveries and insightful information I acquired during the Wine Media Conference, but today I wanted to highlight one of the Discovery Sessions where we were able to taste wines and learn more about a specific region of the world. . The wonderful discovery tasting of Consorzio di Tutela dei Vini d’Abruzzo included four unique wines from the indigenous grape, #Pecorino grown in #Abruzzo . Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is the famed wine that always comes to mind when we hear the name Abruzzo but that may soon change if you are open to the trying something different from this winemaking region. This post is just a quick introduction to @vinidabruzzo so that you can become familiar with the region and the wines that they are producing. In an upcoming Wine Tour at Home Blog Post I will be sharing in depth 3 Pecorino wines from Abruzzo, along with some food pairing ideas and a closer look at the history, landscape and geography of Abruzzo. Until then, do some exploring and give @vinidabruzzo a follow to learn more about this region’s other grape varieties. @charmeu_usa . Have you discovered any new or unique wines recently? Cheers everyone and have a wonderful week! 🥂🙌 . . . , . . . . #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winephotography #winephoto #winestagram #instawine #winetasting #drinkinlife #wineoutside #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #italianwine #instawine #wine #drinkinlife #wmc21 #italy

“A mind that is stretched by new experience can never go back to its old dimensions.” ~Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr . Happy Saturday! It’s the last day of the @zephyr_wine Wine Media Conference here in Eugene Oregon, and it has been an exciting week full of new experiences and discoveries. Today I want to flashback to the wonderful #UmpquaValleyAVA Pre Wine Media Conference Excursion earlier this week and our trip to @abacelawinery in Roseburg, Oregon. #ExperienceRoseburg . Scroll for all photos and videos of the beautiful estate grounds. . Wednesday the group enjoyed the stunning vineyard views of Abacela while tasting a selection their impressive wines and learning more about the winery’s history. It was a wonderful visit and I wanted to share my favorite wine during the tasting, the last pour of the visit, Abacela’s 2018 Tannat. . This memorable wine was a Double Gold Medal (95 points) winner at the 2021 American Fine Wine Competition and for good reason. It’s an attention grabber with notes of dried fruit and coffee on the nose. On the palate you get complex flavors of fig and rich dark fruit with swirls of sweet tobacco and peppery long finish. A real showstopper! . When planning a trip to #SouthernOregonWineCountry and the #UmpquaValley @abacelawinery should definitely be added to your itinerary. . I hope everyone had a fantastic week! I am hoping to catch up on all of your posts when I get home next week! Cheers everyone and enjoy your weekend 🍷🙌 . . . . . . . . #OregonAdventure #OregonWine #OregonWineCountry #UmpquaValley #UmpquaValleyWineries #Umpquavalleywines #UVWine #UmpquaWines #winemediaconference #wmc21 #wanderlust #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winephotography #winestagram #instawine #winetasting #drinkinlife #wineoutside #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #drinkinnature #wine

“The journey not the arrival matters.” –T.S. Eliot . #WeekendFlashback to celebrate #WaterfallWednesday 🌊 . Some highlights from this past Sunday’s drive from Roseburg, OR to #CraterLakeNationalPark . Swipe for all videos. . What could be better than taking a long, scenic drive past some of Oregon’s most beautiful waterfalls. The Highway of Waterfalls, Highway 138 is a majestic road that winds alongside the North Umpqua River past tons of amazing waterfalls, beautiful lakes, hiking trails, campgrounds, and more. This scenic drive will lead you on an unforgettable #Oregonadventure all the way to stunning #CraterLake . . The last video is the reality of wildfires still happening in this area of Oregon and all around the world. Thank You to all of the brave men and women who work tirelessly each day putting these fires out. . Visit my stories for More of my Southern Oregon Wine Adventures with @umpquawineries and @zephyr_wine . #uvwine . Hope you all are enjoying your week! Cheers everyone!! . . . . . . . . . #travelgram #travelbug #travelholic #travelblogger #instatravel #exploremore #wanderlust #winelover #wine #drinkinlife #drinkinnature #OregonAdventure #OregonWine #OregonWineCountry #UmpquaValley #UmpquaValleyAVA #UmpquaValleyWineries #Umpquavalleywines #UVWine #UmpquaWines #experienceRoseburg #RoseburgOR #WineMediaConference #WineMediaConfrence2021

“There are almost unlimited possibilities for making discoveries and to uncover the unknown. It is in the nature of the discovery that it can not be planned or programmed. On the contrary it consists of surprises and appears many times in the most unexpected places.” — Bengt I. Samuelsson . #TravelTuesday #OregonAdventure #WeekendFlashback . Wine Media Excursion in the #UmpquaValley with @umpquawineries and @zephyr_wine officially begins today but over the weekend on Saturday my husband and I headed West to the #OregonCoast following the #UmpquaRiver to Reedsport. . So, you may be asking where are the pictures of the Oregon Coast? Well, just like the above quote states, “It is in the nature of the discovery that it can not be planned or programmed.” When we arrived at Reedsport we had no idea that @DuneFest was taking place and we decided to enjoy the coast from afar because of the large crowds. We loved the relaxing drive and the memorable meal we had there though. . 1. Video of the Umpqua River in #ElktonOregon 2. Video of Rochester Covered Bridge outside of Sutherlin. 3. Video of the Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area outside of Reedsport. 4. Photos of our Fantastic seafood lunch @harborlightresturant in Reedsport, including Dungeness Crab Cakes, Deep Fried Wild Prawns and an amazing Seafood Pot Pie! Amazing food and incredible service this restaurant is a must visit when traveling through Reedsport. . More #UmpquaValley highlights to come after visiting the first group of wineries on today’s excursion including @meadowsestate_winery @brandborgwines @bradleyvnyds @lexemewines @reustle.vineyards @cooperridgevineyard @knostmanfamilywinery and ending the day with dinner @parrotthouseroseburg . #UVWine . Hope everyone’s week is going great so far! Cheers 🥂 😎 . . . . . . #travelgram #travelbug #travelholic #travelblogger #instatravel #exploremore #wanderlust #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winetasting #drinkinlife #wineoutside #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #drinkinnature #oregonwine #oregonwinecountry #umpquavalleywineries

“I just want to go on more adventures. Be around positive energy. Connect with interesting people. Learn new things. Grow.” . #FridayVibe Hitting the Road 🚘for an #OregonWine #UmpquaValley & #WillametteValley #TravelAdventure and Learning Experience! . Today I embark on a 10 day journey that will take me first down to Southern Oregon to explore The Umpqua Valley and Coastal Region, both on my own and with a Wine Media Group Excursion before heading to the @zephyr_wine Conference in Eugene. I’m excited to be diving deeper into the @umpquawineries and connecting wine Instagram friends IRL during the conference! . I will try to share as much as I can during the trip and there will be lots of exciting things to share when I return. Until then I hope you all have a wonderful weekend ahead! . Travel is one of most inspirational teachers of all. It inspires a sense of discovery and wonder, and makes you realize there’s an entire world of things to do and people to meet. Do you have some travel 🧳 plans for the weekend or next week? I’d love to hear about it! . Cheers 🍷Everyone and Happy Friday! . 📷 Photo of My Friend @pineapple_design taken by the #middleforksnoqualmie River. . . . . . . . . #travelgram #traveling #travelbug #travelholic #ItsAllAnoutTheJourney #travelblogger #instatravel #exploremore #wanderlust #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winephotography #winephoto #winetasting #drinkinlife #wineoutside #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #drinkinnature #wine

A #WineWednesday #pizzaandwine dinner flashback! . With our friends all fully vaccinated,  I'm really excited to get back to gathering together to enjoy conversation and share #delicious food and wines. This past Saturday we fired up the #WoodFiredPizzaOven , put together an array of #pizza toppings, opened lots of wine and spent the whole night catching up with some of our friends. . I thought I'd share 3 of the wines we enjoyed since each of them paired perfectly with the array of individual pizzas crafted. . The Pines 1852 #PinotGris 2018-Certain types of pizza taste great with a crisp white wine like Pinot Gris and this #Oregonwine from @thepines1852 was a perfect match for combinations like pesto, chicken and bacon pizza and pizzas with a roasted garlic white pizza sauce base. This Pinot Gris is much lighter in acid with a rounder mouth feel and notes of green apple and gooseberry. . @tetrahedronwines 2019 Charbeau Nouveau-This #WashingtonWine was a gem of a find during a trip to #HoodRiver earlier this year. Made from #Charbono Grapes this wine mimics a Beaujolais Nouveau with it's lighter garnet color and light body. What really grabs your attention is the slight effervescence in the wine which also tastes in part like a Pinot Noir. Lots of cherry aroma and flavor with hints of smoke, citrus and oak. An incredibly food friendly wine.  . @waltwines 2019 Blue Jay Pinot Noir-A #PinotNoir is always a great choice for pizza, especially with hearty meat and mushroom toppings. This wines Earthy undertones and layers of dark fruit flavors paired really well with my Red Curry Pizza Sauce w/ Sausage & Mushrooms. #CaliforniaWine . When it comes to pizza the options are endless, with countless toppings to choose from and dozens of combinations to create, it only make sense to serve a selection of wines so that everyone can find just the right pairing.  . 🍕🍷What is the most unusual Pizza and Wine combination that you have tried and loved? . 🥂Cheers everyone and Happy Wine Wedensday. . . . #winelover #wineenthusiast #winetasting #winetime #foodstagram #foodpic #delicious #foodporn #foodie #food #instafood #winecommunity #winewriter #winelifestyle #winestories

“Without new experiences, something inside of us sleeps. The sleeper must awaken.” – Frank Herbert . A #TravelTuesday New Blog Post (Link in Profile) Highlighting #Boise Idaho-Visiting the City of Trees. Swipe for Video Montage. . Excerpt from the blog: Do you have a list of favorite destinations that you love but don’t want them to get too popular, so they can be your favorite secret escape locations forever? That’s how I feel about Idaho. Now maybe I am a little biased since I grew up in Northern Idaho and lived there on and off until my mid twenties, but there is so much to share about the Gem state that I just can't keep it a secret anymore. . When planning getaways to the Pacific Northwest, most people tend to skip over Idaho in favor of more popular places like Washington and Oregon. Yet, If you’re someone who loves nature and the great outdoors, an Idaho adventure should be on the top of your destination bucket list. . In this two part travel series, that starts with Boise: Visiting the City of Trees I highlight some of Boise's many offerings including The Grove Hotel Boise, some restaurants and activities and of course where to find some local Idaho wine. . Photos: 1. An Anniversary Toast @epis_basque_restaurant 2. Video Montage 3-4. The Grove Hotel Boise @grovehotelboise 5. Trillium Restaurant Boise @trilliumboise 6. Sunnyslope Wine Trail @sunnyslopewinetrail 7. Ste Chapelle Vineyard @stechapellewinery 8. Sawtooth Winery @sawtoothwinery 9. Epi's Basque Restaurant 10. Ham Croquettes-Epi's Restaurant . Stay tuned for the upcoming Boise Day Trips: Off the Beaten Path blog post where I'll share two day trips that will take you out of the city and into some of the most picturesque drives in the nation. . Have you traveled to Idaho? I'd love to hear about your trip. . Cheers everyone and Happy Travel Tuesday . . . . . . . . @visitidaho @visitboise #foodie #foodporn #basquecuisine #travelgram #traveling #travelbug #travelholic #nomadiclife #idahowines #ItsAllAnoutTheJourney #visitidaho #VisitBoise #wine #pnwonderland #winecommunity #winetravel #seetheworld #worldtraveler #travelblogger #instatravel #winelover #exploremore #wanderlust

“Wine and cheese are ageless companions, like aspirin and aches, or June and moon, or good people and noble ventures.” ~M.F.K. Fisher . Wine and Cheese Lovers rejoice, it’s #NationalWineandCheeseDay 🧀 🍷 . There is no doubt about it, cheese is wonderful on its own but it can be even better with the right wine. Combining wine and cheese, two tasty creations often described as art, together can make a masterpiece of pure flavor!  . Time to Celebrate the day! Today is a great day to sit back and enjoy how the flavors of Wine and Cheese intertwine. I think that one way to really celebrate #WineandCheeseDay is to bring out combinations you’ve never tried before. Go ahead and buy that bottle of wine that you’ve always wanted to try and buy that cheese platter that recently caught your eye and bring them together. Wine and Cheese day is not only meant for you to enjoy your favorite combinations but to also explore and try new combinations, bringing together new flavors!  . After all, you never really know what a winning combination for your personal palate is until you try it. . How will you be celebrating Wine and Cheese Day? . Cheers everyone and Happy Sunday! . . . . . . . . #cheeseandwine #cheese #charcuterieboard #cheeseboard #foodporn #foodie #delicious #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winephotography #winephoto #winestagram #instawine #winetasting #drinkinlife #wineoutside #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #drinkinnature #drinkinnaturephotography #instawine #wine #yeswayrosé

“There’s no need to copy anybody, the need is to just EXPLORE yourself.” ~Shobhna Manjhu . . #FridayMood #OutdoorCasual This is Me! A Reintroduction! . Hi Everyone, I’m Elaine. 👋 Yes, this is actually a photo of me, something that I rarely(if ever) share on social media, but I hope to change that. I’d like to take this opportunity to reintroduction myself to old friends and introduction myself to new friends. . ~I am a wife celebrating 24 years with my wonderful husband and a mother of one fantastic 22 year old son. ~I am a #breastcancerSURVIVOR 💞8years now. 💪 ~I am a photographer, writer, blogger, #winelover #foodie #cocktaillover #traveler and #adventureseeker with a background in public relations; who has a strong appreciation for the whole life experience. ~I am a lifelong learner, currently working on #WSET3 . 🍷 ~I am a #booklover and I worked for many years in the book industry 📚Recently started the @drinkinlifebookclub 🤓 ~My favorite days are spent outside, enjoying this beautiful world and visiting unexplored places. This includes working in my backyard garden, growing 🥕🥬🍅🍏 edibles! ~Each day is a gift and I love sharing my positive experiences, discoveries and adventures with others. Everything has a story to tell, my goal is to introduce with enthusiasm; wines, spirits, food, products and destinations that you might not know about and share them with you in the most authentic way possible. 💯Never stop growing! 💯Be true to yourself! 💯Live in the moment! . Although many of my posts are wine focused I will be changing things up a bit and sharing more food, outdoor excursions and travel destinations very soon! 🌎 🚘 ✈️ ⛰ 🏝 . I’d love to hear something about you or your favorite hobby (other than wine of course 😉)! . Photo 📷with my husband during our recent #Idaho #OffTheBeatenPath #Adventure taken along the #PayetteRiver . Cheers everyone and Happy Friday 🍷 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . #wine #getoutside #winelover #winewriter #winecommunity #photography #winelife #foodielife #travellife #exploremore #drinkinlife #wanderlust #pnwlifestyle #wanderlust #lifestyle #drinkinnature #drinkinlife #pnwonderland #drinkinnaturephotography

It’s #WineWednesday and I’m using the magic of #liquidgeography to travel to #NewZealand with this memorable Single Vineyard 2018 Tohu Whenua Awa Sauvignon Blanc! . This delightful New Zealand #SauvignonBlanc differs from many of the NZ grapefruit bombs that I have tried. I was intrigued by how this SB leap from the glass with fresh Pineapple, kiwi and a touch of Key lime pie. Lively crisp acidity is delicately balanced with the complex layers of flavors and texture of this perfect summer sipping wine. Tropical fruits, herbaceous notes and just a hint of floral infused honey attack your palate in all the right ways! . Truly a complex, vibrant and energetic wine that can’t help but to remind you it comes from New Zealand. Drinking a cool wine like this Sauvignon Blanc on a hot summer day makes me 😃 and brings me incredible joy! . What special wine puts a smile on your face and brings you joy? I’d love to hear about it! . Cheers everyone and Happy Wine Wednesday 🥂🤗 . . . . . . . . . #winelover #wineenthusiast #winevibes #winephotography #winephoto #winestagram #instawine #winetasting #drinkinlife #wineoutside #winelifestyle #winetime #winestories #winewriter #winecommunity #drinkinnature #drinkinnaturephotography #instawine #wine #photography #photo #wanderlust #pnwlifestyle #pnwonderland #livealittle #snoqualmievalley #nzwine