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VINE & LUXE
A BLOG BY A VINE AFFAIR
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A Sensory Escape: Maison Privée Frerejean Frères in Avize, a New Visual Identity, and Its Immersive Champagne Experience
In the heart of Avize, among the chalk-rich soils of the Côte des Blancs, Champagne Frerejean Frères has opened a new chapter with the...
Gina Lyons
May 25 min read
Under the Chalk and the Clouds: 2024 Champagne Reflections with Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon and Champagne Louis Roederer
Photo Taken by Dan Rosnov. On April 11th, 2025, I had the honor of attending the 2024 Vins Clairs tasting with Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon,...
Gina Lyons
Apr 213 min read
A Villa Among the Vines: The Ultimate Champagne Escape
Welcome Reception at Les Trois Clochers April 10th, 2025 The beginning of my journey to Champagne last week was nothing short of sublime....
Gina Lyons
Apr 172 min read
Sarasota Wine Co. Opens Its Doors: A New Destination for Wine Lovers in Sarasota
Fine Wines, Exclusive Tastings, and Personalized Service at the New Boutique Wine Shop* Sarasota, FL — November 2024 — Sarasota Wine Co....
Gina Lyons
Nov 20, 20243 min read
All Things Caviar...
Some easy ways to enjoy your caviar on National Caviar Day! As we approach National Caviar Day on July 18th, I'm excited to share some...
Gina Lyons
Jul 13, 20245 min read
Celebrating 100 Ans with Famille Moussé
The year 2023 marks the 100th anniversary of Champagne Famille Moussé (formerly known as Moussé Fils). Throughout this significant year,...
Gina Lyons
Dec 6, 20235 min read
Rediscovering Champagne Taittinger’s DNA
Vins Clairs Tasting with chef de cave, Alexandre Ponnavoy. April 14th, 2023 Champagne Taittinger has been one of my longest-running...
Gina Lyons
Aug 30, 20235 min read
From Polo to Palmer- Highlighting A Vine Affair’s Newest Champagne Partner, Champagne Palmer & Co.
This past Polo Season, A Vine Affair hosted an exclusive, high-end Champagne and Caviar Event at the Sarasota Polo Club. We were honored...
Gina Lyons
Jul 1, 20239 min read
Ruinart’s Blanc Singulier- The Expression of Ruinart’s Chardonnay Savoir Faire in a Changing Climate
It’s been over 20 years since Maison Ruinart has decided to add to its portfolio, and after sitting with Frédéric Panaïotis, Chef de cave...
Gina Lyons
May 26, 20237 min read
A Magnum Lunch to celebrate the release of Nicolas François 2008
After our breakfast toast at Clos Saint-Hilaire, our group headed over to the Billecart Family Home to enjoy our highly anticipated...
Gina Lyons
May 10, 20236 min read
A morning in Billecart-Salmon's Le Clos Saint-Hilaire
April 17th, 2023 “We, at Billecart, are strong defenders of blending. If we do it well, 1+1=3, like a team. Bringing people together...
Gina Lyons
May 9, 20234 min read
An Unforgettable Evening with Grand Siècle
Samedi, 15 Avril 2023 On this particular evening in Champagne, I had to privilege to attend an intimate dinner with the team of Grand...
Gina Lyons
May 4, 20233 min read
Philipponnat's Clos des Goisses- A Paradoxed Paradise
visit September 6th, 2022 On a lunar calendar fruit day, Dan Roznov and I finished our harvest picking and thought we would head to...
Gina Lyons
Feb 24, 20236 min read
The Magic of Les Houtrants Complantés
Last weekend, Richard (my husband) and I drove down to Miami to see our friends for a festive wine dinner! What I love about this...
Gina Lyons
Dec 19, 20224 min read
My recent encounters with Charlie- Release of the new Champagne Charlie by Charles Heidsieck
April 13th, 2022- Meeting Charlie I was in the Champagne Region for Printemps de Champagne and on this day, I believe I was tasting my...
Gina Lyons
Jun 23, 20225 min read
50 Shades of Pink for this Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day or whatever you want to celebrate this month, you deserve nothing less than the little luxury of rosé...
Gina Lyons
Feb 4, 20224 min read
Champagne Guide for your Holidays
The holidays are upon us and all we have left to do is pop the Champagne and say au revoir to 2021! As far as which Champagne to pop...
Gina Lyons
Dec 11, 20216 min read
Champagne Taittinger- The Perfect Toast for the Holidays
The most common question I get this time of year is “What is the best Champagne to buy for the Holiday Season?”. This is often referred...
Gina Lyons
Dec 5, 20215 min read
A Vine Affair- My Suncoast View on ABC7 Sarasota
Learn about A Vine Affair in this brief Champagne and Caviar Tasting on My Suncoast View. Champagnes Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs...
Gina Lyons
Jul 21, 20211 min read
A Vine Affair on Live Bold and Boss Up Podcast
The Episode is LIVE! Live Bold and Boss Up Podcast just dropped this week’s episode featuring A Vine Affair! Thank you so much ladies...
Gina Lyons
Jul 21, 20211 min read
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