A crab dip for those who drink whites: pair with Merry Family Winery Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Chardonnay, or Southern Belle: Mix together well: 2 large cans crab meat, well drained and patted almost dry, 3/4 cup real mayo, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 cup grated pepper jack cheese,1/4 cup minced green onions, 2 whole…
Nearly everyday here at the winery I am asked “Does Red Wine really have health benefits?”. Well I have read alot of articles related to wine consumption and health. Here is a little summary of what I have found. Moderate intake of alcohol provides cardiovascular health according to Harvard researchers. They found in these studies…
Well spring is here and it is the time of year that you will find Tim and I in the vineyard. This is the time of year that we prune our grape vines. A few days ago our vines looked like a tangled mess or Jungle. After just a couple days of pruning they are…
I often get asked the question “does it matter what kind of glass I use when I drink wine?”. This question has long been a topic of debate for many. It has been long believed that the shape and design of a glass reflects on the taste of the wine. Some might argue that…
Wine goes well with many of our favorite snack foods………. Personally, I enjoy a nice glass of Merry Family Valley Girls red wine with my popcorn…… You too can Pair up your favorite Merry Wine with any of your favorite snacks. For example Pair up our Merry Moonlight Pinot Noir with Tortilla Chips and your…
This blog is to help deepen ones understanding in wine tasting. It is not necessary to be a wine expert to enjoy wine or wine sampling. So lets get started. Color: With your glass less than 1/2 full hold it by the stem. Tilt the glass so that you can observe the depth of the…