Author: SAHMmelier

Being a stay- at-home mom can leave one thirsting for a taste of the outside world, a world in which sentences are composed of more than three words. Being an educator means one is always seeking an opportunity to explore and learn. Being a woman with a need to connect can be a challenge when adult conversations are rare. In wine, I find the marriage of art and science, agriculture and storytelling provides limitless areas to explore. But it is the people that keep me engaged. The tenacity needed to keep the family dream alive, the risk to start anew, the trials and principles. I love the history of the vine, the impact of a season, the sentiment in the bottle. That is why I write. I write to tell their stories, to share a piece of mine. I write to learn as I teach others. I write to connect with new friends, to disconnect from the world. I write to celebrate what makes each of us unique, and that which ties us together.

Make Your Easter Celebration Sparkle

April 2, 2015.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Originally posted on ROCKIN RED BLOG:
This is the first in a two part series on wines to enjoy with your Easter meal celebrations. Easter is a day of great joy and celebration for Christians all over the world; what better wine to enjoy on such a celebratory day than bubbles! This article focuses on…

Spring Forward

March 28, 2015.Reading time 8 minutes.

One thing that is consistent about Texas weather is its inconsistency. Fifty degree swings in 24 hours are not unheard of. In fact the week before Spring Break we had freezing temperatures, the weekend it began we hit the seventies, the second weekend was chilly and raining. Another consistent for Spring break is daily […]

An Enchanted Weekend

March 17, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

This past weekend, we kicked off Spring Break with a camping trip to Enchanted Rock. It was a plan that originated nearly a year ago, apparently the required lead-time for a spot over this crowded weekend. Our friends and neighbors made the reservation, we divided meal responsibilities, and we headed west. On the menu for […]

Cold Hands, Warm Heart-Texas Tuesday

March 3, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

The fine folks at Wine and Food Foundation of Texas (WFFT) aren’t going to let a silly thing like weather get in the way of a good time. Despite the drizzle and cool temperatures, some of the top Texas winemakers and epicureans came out to enjoy the Inaugural Toast and Roast Event at Rancho Cuernavaca. During the first […]

Reflecting Vision- Coppola Winery

March 1, 2015.Reading time 5 minutes.

In film, the Director’s Cut refers to a version of the film that best reflects the vision of the Director. It is the best representation of what he or she was trying to create. The Coppola family was seen on the big screen long before it was found on the wine shelf. That doesn’t mean they are new to wine. […]

OTBN- A Gift from Gundlach Bundschu

February 28, 2015.Reading time less than 1 minute.

Originally posted on SAHMmelier:
If you are on Twitter and a wine lover, you are probably aware that Saturday was Open That Bottle Night. One of many Twitter-born events that encourages readers to go ahead and open that bottle that you are saving for a special occasion. The bottle IS the special occasion so enjoy…

Conversation Wines: What Message are You Sending?

February 12, 2015.Reading time 5 minutes.

I met my husband at the end of 2001. We casually dated over the holidays; neither of us were looking for a relationship. So when February 14th was approaching, I decided to diffuse it rather than cause either of us unnecessary stress. ” I am not one to buy into the mass marketing commercialism of holidays. […]

Scandalous Thoughts

January 29, 2015.Reading time 6 minutes.

I’d heard the buzz about Scandal and the ensuing buzz from wine-drinking Scandal watchers but I’d never watched. Until last October when I was hit with the proverbial blessing in disguise. Yes, if you are a mom, you can’t call in sick, but you can spend the day in bed if it gets that bad. […]

The Magic of Bubbles

January 26, 2015.Reading time 3 minutes.

What is it about bubbles? Is it the anticipation? The way they reflect the light with swirling colors? Perhaps it is the challenge of blowing the biggest bubble or the chase as they float out of reach. Children of all ages can easily become absorbed in the magic on a sunny afternoon. That doesn’t change in […]