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VINE & LUXE
A BLOG BY A VINE AFFAIR
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Gina Lyons
Nov 20, 20243 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
Jul 13, 20245 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
Dec 6, 20235 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
Aug 30, 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
Jul 1, 20239 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
May 26, 20237 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 10, 20236 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 9, 20234 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 4, 20233 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
Feb 24, 20236 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
Dec 19, 20224 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
Jun 23, 20225 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
Feb 4, 20224 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
Dec 11, 20216 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 5, 20215 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
Jul 21, 20211 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
Dec 12, 20202 min read
Create Your Own Holiday Bar Cart
We had so much fun at Hyde House taking over their Bar Cart yesterday. We were inspired to bring you some top tips to build your own at...
Gina Lyons
Oct 23, 20202 min read
Happy Global Champagne Day from AVA!
It’s Global Champagne Day and our Co-Founder, Gina Lyons, Champagne Specialist and Enthusiast is giving you the best ways to celebrate!...
Gina Lyons
Sep 22, 20202 min read
Learn about Chablis in under 2 Minutes
Who loves ℂ𝕙𝕒𝕣𝕕𝕠𝕟𝕟𝕒𝕪? Who loves ℂ𝕙𝕒𝕓𝕝𝕚𝕤? We are breaking down everything you really need to know about Chablis, and it...
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