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 County, NJ
When I imagine a cargo sailboat I think back to the 1700s & 1800s. A sail powered cargo boat in 2026 is the last thing on my mind in regards to wine transit, yet this is how wine has been transported for hundreds of years prior to the Industrial Revolution. But now Grain de Sail has entered the chat.
During my WSET 3 studies, I was first introduced to the wines of the Côtes du Rhône. I loved the high quality, accessible Côtes Du Rhône Villages red wines, which are rich with character but also fruity and yet, simple (not necessarily a bad thing!). However, today I was introduced to the wide variety of […]
Last night, I had the pleasure of attending the Decanter World Wine Awards Media Dinner which took place at The Dowling at the hotel Carlyle. A historical New York City hotel which has hosted fashion week events, and countless celebrities. I had the opportunity to have an exclusive preview of last year’s award winning wines, […]
August is the last official month of summer (unless you’re a local Jersey shore person, but let’s stay on track here). September is just around the corner and we’re all trying to soak up the last few moments of the season. White wine is the perfect summer adult beverage that is generally a safe option […]
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m sure this article is coming as surprise. I mean for Pete’s sake! This is primarily a wine blog! Mocktails!?!! Have I gone mad? The answer no. Sorry. I’m still the same crazy chick. But why Mocktails? Mocktails and low alcohol beverages are an emerging consumer preference that […]
When I think of winter I think of snow, warm nights by the fireplace, and of course a nice glass of wine! Although we can’t always have snow or fire places, at least the wine part is easier to obtain. I was recently sent samples of the Villa Gemma Colline Teatine Bianco by Masciarelli and […]
