New album

Eilen Jewell, my favorite new female vocalist, will have a new album, Sea of Tears out on April 21st and will perform at SXSW in March. Her first two albums were wonderful-great voice and song styling. It is, as far as I know, her first trip to Texas-can't wait!

Great New Sparkling Wine

Once again, Cost Plus/World Market has offered another great wine and my new favorite sparkling wine. It is Schramsberg Mirabelle non vintage Brut Rose, rated a 93 by Wine Spectator and no wonder. This dry Chardonnay and Pinot Noir blend is the best I've tasted since Domaine Chandon's Riche which I haven't seen in a while. The best part is it is ONLY $20!

Good Wine Bar

I attended an event at Veritas, a relatively new wine bar on Henderson this past Saturday. The chef/owner from the Grape, Brian Luscher, prepared some excellent finger food to go with four very interesting wines. Two of the three reds were pricey, but very good. The third was one of the best of the bunch and very affordable. Interesting art in the strip mall, shotgun space. All in all, an enjoyable experience.