Brooke Martin
Inspire Inclusion | Celebrating Women in Wine
As we embrace Women's History Month, it's a fitting moment to applaud exceptional women and their remarkable talents in the wine industry...
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Brooke Martin
Nov 15, 20232 min
Keep it Simple | A Trio of Bread & Butter Wines to Elevate Your Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving, with its myriad of flavors and textures, is often deemed the trickiest meal to pair with wine. Bread & Butter Wines is here...
Brooke Martin
Jul 18, 202310 min
The Finger Lakes | Part ll
After visiting the Finger Lakes for the first-time last fall, giving me a little taste of this vast wine region, I knew it wasn’t enough...
Brooke Martin
May 29, 20235 min
Harvest in Chile | VIK Winery
Waking up from a 9-hour flight, feeling a bit stiff and sluggish, my spirits quickly changed as I opened the window shade of the plane...
Brooke Martin
May 8, 20232 min
Flavorful Butter & Wine Pairings
I’ll admit it, I am not a gourmet cook. Do I love gourmet food? Yes! Do I always have time for it? No. I’m more of a snacker, especially...
Brooke Martin
Apr 18, 20239 min
Livermore Valley | Best Kept Secret
I’ve had the opportunity to visit a lot of wine regions and when I think of “hidden gems” or “the best kept secrets” it comes down to...
Brooke Martin
Mar 21, 20232 min
Women in Wine | Grab a glass and let's celebrate
Did you know Women’s History Month commenced as a local celebration in Santa Rosa, California? Back in 1978, The Education Task Force of...
Brooke Martin
Feb 15, 20239 min
South Africa | Sun, Scenery & Sips
It was a bit surreal as I stepped off the plane, achy and tired, instantly feeling the warm breeze kiss my face. What was once a dream...
Brooke Martin
Jan 13, 20232 min
Chill with a glass of Ice Wine
Just another dessert wine? Nope. Ice wine is special and deserves the hype it receives. A true ice wine is made from healthy grapes that...
Brooke Martin
Dec 23, 20229 min
Exploring the Finger Lakes | Seneca Lake
It is a satisfying feeling when you check something off your bucket list, especially when it involves traveling. I had the opportunity to...
Brooke Martin
Apr 22, 20222 min
Bread & Butter Wines | Simple Enjoyment
In a world full of complexities, it is nice to be able to come home, kick off the shoes, sit down and relax with an enjoyable bottle of...
Brooke Martin
Mar 3, 20223 min
Monroy Wines | A Passion Project in the Making
There’s more to a passion project than just a desire to do what you love. It usually requires a lot of work, aptitude, and a little luck...
Brooke Martin
Feb 7, 20222 min
Rosé, Rosé | An Endless Love Affair
It’s easy to be enamored by Rosé wine, especially this time of year. The color and name alone showers with romance, but there is much...
Brooke Martin
Jan 20, 20222 min
Winter Wines to Cozy Up With
Not to say that I don’t drink red and white wines year around, but there is something nostalgic about red wines this time of year. Here...
Brooke Martin
Nov 11, 20215 min
Harvest 101 | What To Expect
The anticipation of harvest is intoxicating. As the seasons change and the air feels a little crisper, you know it’s time for the work to...
Brooke Martin
Oct 7, 20212 min
Vinovia Direct | More Than Just Quality Wine
It has always been important for me to work with brands that I truly enjoy, stand by and would recommend to my friends and family. So,...
Brooke Martin
Sep 27, 20212 min
Let's Celebrate | WTSO's 15th Anniversary
Wines ‘Til Sold Out is turning 15 and they want to celebrate in a big way! The festivities begin on Tuesday, September 28, 2021 with a...
Brooke Martin
Sep 20, 20213 min
Wines to “fall” in love with for Autumn
I’ve said it once and I will say it again, I love this time of year! Fall is my favorite season and with the past summer bringing record...
Brooke Martin
Jul 23, 20212 min
Poolside Rosé | Perfect for Summer
Rosé has become one of summer’s go-to wines, it is especially popular poolside. With its light, crisp and refreshing flavors, it fits...