Amanda Claire Goodwin | Sommelier Private Wine Tastings & Wine Writer in Monmouth County, New Jersey
Freelance Wine Writer, Private Wine Tastings, Sommelier for hire, & Pop-up Wine Bars in Monmouth & Northern Ocean County, NJ
Valentine’s Day is only a few weeks away and there’s no better way to celebrate than opening up a box of delicious chocolates. But perhaps you ask yourself, what wine should I pair with them? Wine and chocolate can be a tricky combination. Both red wine and chocolate contain a fair amount of something called ‘Tannins.’ Tannins are what […]
That is the question! When and what should you Decant? Is it worth it to Decant a cheaper wine? Or is it only used for high end, special wines? Also, how they heck do I clean it!? With so many unknowns regarding decanting, no wonder it has a permanent place in your china hutch. Why […]
I think that it goes without saying in the United States, New Year’s Eve and Champagne are culturally synonymous. There’s nothing more joyful and warming than popping open a bottle of bubbly to celebrate the beginning of a New Year. 🍾But I have to ask, why does it have to be Champagne? Not to say […]
Happy Wine Wednesday! It’s that time of year again: Gift Guides galore and countless buying options for all your loved ones. However, while we’re busy taking care of everyone else let’s not forget to take care of ourselves! With so much over abundance of food, wine, and poor sleep, even the cheeriest of us succumb […]
Happy Wine Wednesday! Have you ever tried the warm, authentic, and inviting wines from Southwest France? In 2017, Wine Enthusiast Magazine named Southwest France Wine Region of the Year. After attending a small party back in April where wines of Southwest France were served, I can certainly see why! In today’s article, I am discussing two different types of red […]
One of the things I love about living near NYC is how it’s such a hub for the wine industry. We have visiting wine makers, wine families, and top tier professionals come into town all the time! Last week I had the pleasure of meeting Executive Winemaker and Consultant George Bursick of Maxville Wines. We […]
Amanda Claire Goodwin | Sommelier Private Wine Tastings & Wine Writer in Monmouth County, New Jersey 