Tonight was the night to tingle the tongue with Frizzante style wines and wonderful after-dinner wines. As Ken Mapes says, these are fortified “grappa style on steroids!” A perfect way to end the day satisfying the sweet tooth in all of us. Our hosts, Don and Michelle Campini--owners of Wine on a Dime here in Temecula--greeted each guest with a glass … [Read more...]
Bordeaux Mix

Take 6 wineaux women Add a delightful array of hors-d'oeuvres Stir in six lovely bottles of French wine from Bordeaux Sprinkle in generous portions of laughter and fun Gently fold all ingredients together Viola! You have a recipe for a beautiful thing. After a bit of whining, I was graciously invited to attend Linda Kissam's newly formed … [Read more...]
Five Star Sommelier at Wine on a Dime!
We were invited to Wine on a Dime in Temecula for a private tasting of John Alan Wines out of Paso Robles, California. Our guest and wine excursionist was the very articulate Aaron Warren, Sommelier with a Five Star background. Encyclopedic in viticulture and seasoned in palate, Mr. Warren brought a palpable earthiness to the descriptions of each of the … [Read more...]
Wine on a Dime
Guest Writer: Jim Lilly Temecula’s newest wine store, Wine On A Dime, is owned and operated by Don and Michelle Campini. Many may recognize their names, as they are the former owners of Campini’s Deli. After 8 years of owning the Deli, the Campini’s sold it in 2006 and, in January of this year, they opened Wine On A Dime. When asked why they … [Read more...]






