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Sipping Through the Lone Star State: A Guide to Texas Wine Regions

by Anne Kjellgren @ Food Wine and Flavor | Jul 14, 2024 | Texas, United States

Full disclosure, this post on Texas Wine Regions is one that's near and dear to my heart. Only 3 short years ago in 2021, I served as the Executive Director of the North Texas Winery Association promoting Texas wineries encompassing 700 square miles around the...

Exploring the Lake Erie Wine Region: New York’s Coastal Vineyard Paradise

by Anne Kjellgren @ Food Wine and Flavor | Jul 9, 2024 | New York

Lake Erie wine country stretches along the southern shore of Lake Erie, encompassing parts of New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio. In New York, the region is often referred to as the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Wine Trail, and it’s absolutely packed with scenic vineyards, charming towns, and a rich winemaking history.

Sipping Through Niagara: Discover New York’s Overlooked Wine Treasure

by Anne Kjellgren @ Food Wine and Flavor | Jul 6, 2024 | Chardonnay, New York

Hey there, wine adventurers! If you think New York’s wine scene is all about the Finger Lakes or Long Island, let me introduce you to a hidden gem: the Niagara wine region. Nestled in the far western part of the state, this area offers stunning landscapes, unique...