“Our First VinNEBRASKA”
Over the weekend, I’ve been helping in my small way to orchestrate a massive, important tradition here in Omaha called VinNEBRASKA, a two-night charity event the proceeds from which benefit […]
Author Archives: Mark & Sonja Gudgel
“Sunrises, Sunsets.” Pine & Brown Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Lately, I’ve balanced in my mind a somewhat curious juxtaposition of values and desires. My love of and desire to travel has been vigorously reignited, and this year promises to […]
“Most Sacred Ritual.” Steele Goodchild Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014
The erratic weather of Nebraska has of late included snows in April, and promises to do so again this weekend, making yesterday’s high sixty degree temps a commodity not to […]
It’s not too late to attend VinNEBRASKA 2018
Around a year ago now, I was asked by my friend Dave at The Winery if I would help out on a committee for VinNebraska (.com), a local non-profit that […]
“The return of the Library Club.”
Winters in Nebraska can be hard on the soul. I know its worse in other places, colder and longer and even more dangerous. I understand that, I really do, and […]
“A warm up.” Barnett Vineyards Merlot 1995
Sonja’s about to roll her eyes, right about… now. Or maybe she already did. I told her I needed to go finish up a few articles for Food & Spirits […]
“Momma can play the guitar.” Ledson Redwood Valley Zinfandel 2011
We told Titus and Zooey that we were getting a piano, and we were pleased to hear Titus say “I’m going to play the piano.” That is the idea. Over […]
“Memories, Milestones, and most of all, People.” Volker Eisele Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon 2013
I’m not entirely sure what first attracted me to wine. When Sonja and I met, I was decidedly a “beer guy” with a propensity to favor rich, dark Belgian quadruppels […]
“Necessary Small Comforts,” Basel Cellars
Long days end more smoothly if I have time with my kids and, ideally, a chance to make dinner. I don’t know precisely when cooking became my preferred method of […]
“What I didn’t do last night.” Steele Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir 2014
I remember my friend Eric once telling me that during Husker football games, he now likes to take his family to the zoo. “It’s empty on game days,” he informed […]
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