Although you might think you should only drink white wine in the warmer months, don't neglect these 12 Summer Red Wines under $25. My sommelier friend at Belle Meade Winery in Nashville, Tennessee, Deb Van Pelt, did the heavy-lifting for this article and provided the recommendations below. A note on wine glasses and heat: Most [...]
Manners and rules of etiquette should be simple and uncomplicated. They certainly make life more pleasant for everyone, and they're not as complicated as you might think. Here are 25 etiquette rules every southern man should know and use. Etiquette is a term used to describe appropriate and polite behavior. Sadly, a huge number of people don't [...]
The bourbon craze that has been sweeping across America for the past two decades is real. Enthusiasts search far and wide for premium bourbons such as Pappy Van Winkle, Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, Elijah Craig 21-year, George T. Stagg, Russell's Reserve, Blanton's, and a host of others. Although premium brands are pre-allocated to various states, [...]
Understanding wine, notably the wines of France, couldn’t be complicated. Learning the basics of French wine, including the various regions, will make ordering from an upscale wine menu or wine retailer a breeze. Here’s a Southerner’s introduction to French wine. Kudos to my good friend, Debbie Van Pelt, the Advanced Sommelier at Belle Meade Plantation [...]
In 2011 Sarah Umstead traveled from California to Tennessee. It didn’t take long for the young entrepreneur to develop a keen interest in real estate and historic properties. Sarah decided to use her decorative skills to style and renovate landmark properties. Along with her builder husband Mike, this duo formed House + Sanctuary luxury rentals. [...]
