Why I love Facebook
First I found this: Then I clicked through to some fabulous “Wall Photos” and eventually to the home page for TSO... Read More
Experts aren’t working in a vacuum
Scientific “studies” are a little like the Bible: You can find one that will “prove” anything, and another that will “prove” the... Read More
Wines of the Week: Feb. 27-March 4
Everyday: Most Gavis start off seriously floral and dry, but the La Battistina Gavi 2011 ($18) fairly assaults the palate with refreshing... Read More
I don’t get enough exercise, but …
This is my kind of yoga.
Calera: remote and distinctive
We came to Calera to taste some world-class pinot noir and check out the steep, remote vineyards from which it sprang. We... Read More
Words of wine wisdom from worldly writers
Some of my favorite viniferous quotes from great (or at least very good) authors: • “Wine rejoices the heart of man, and... Read More
Wines of the Week: Feb. 20-26
Everyday: Whoever wants to make vermentino on these shores “” and here’s hoping there are more than a few of you “”... Read More