There are so many tales of noble grapes whose reputations have been ruined by bulk producers. Consider Chianti, an elegant and legendary Italian red whose image is now relegated to bitter swill found in cheap straw-covered bottles, of which millions were sold. Chianti is not that. The image of Riesling has likewise suffered, by being…… MORE
Now is a great time, while we’re all stuck inside, to try some new wines! Today, a wine from Revelry Vintners, a relatively new winery founded in 2005 by owner and winemaker, Jared Burns. Jared’s is an interesting story. He grew up in Washington State, and always loved the wines of the Columbia Valley. Wine…… MORE
Support our restaurants, grills, pubs and eateries big and small. Skip the cooking and order takeout! I’ve linked most of the establishments. If you’d like to add another restaurant just email me at jim.day@cumulus.com. Thanks everyone for your suggestions and happy eating! Mason Comet Pizza 513-398-2675 Tues-Thurs 11a-9p. Fri Sat 11a-11p Empanadas Aqui 513-462-5523 Tuesday…… MORE
Here’s a great idea of something fun for your kids to do while they’re at home. And we think it’s a great activity for kids, teens and adults! It’s a Tournament to find the GREATEST ANIMATED DISNEY MOVIE OF ALL TIME! Print out your bracket, vote every day and keep track of your points. BTW, I…… MORE
CINCINNATI, NORTHERN KENTUCKY EVENTS Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is banning mass gatherings of more than 100 people in Ohio. The Opening Day Parade in Cincinnati has been canceled/postponed. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Cincinnati on Saturday has been canceled. Honor Flight Tri-State has postponed its April 22 event The American Association for Justice Student Trial Advocacy Competition has been canceled.…… MORE
Amanda explains how “Parker’s Epic 17 Day Challenge” is going to get her son to eat veggies. … MORE
I have been on a Paso Robles kick lately. It seems every wine I try lately from this storied region along California’s Central Coast has been excellent. I have mentioned on this blog before how important it is for grapes to be able to cool down at night to preserve freshness and acidity. The term…… MORE
When I picked up this bottle at the wine store, the manager on duty said, “Good choice: that’s the best bottle of red wine under $20 you can buy.” That is obviously a very subjective statement, particularly if I don’t know the person saying it, but I decided to take it home and see for…… MORE
View this post on Instagram Jim & Amanda take a beautiful scenic hike to Konoko Falls in Jamaica 🇯🇲 🏔 . . Get registered to win your own trip and GET WARM with Warm 98.5- Four times a day this week at 7a, 9a, 12p and 5p. Listen for an airplane sound then…… MORE
In this podcast, Brian Demay and Wine Ambassador Jim Teegarden from Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits highlight three newly released, super-premium Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignons: Caymus Special Selection Cabernet (2015) Joseph Phelps Insignia (2016) & Robert Mondavi The Reserve Cabernet (2016) What makes these wines premium? In this once-in-a-lifetime tasting, Brian and Jim discuss the…… MORE
