Wines of the Week: Dec. 28-Jan. 3
Everyday: Sometimes I think that my tasting notes for a wine should start and end with “yum,” and the score/rating would be... Read More
Role playing: Proper wines for each James Bond actor
I had a great good time compiling wine recommendations for all 24 “authorized” James Bond movies, past and present. But being almost... Read More
Wines of the Week: Oct. 26-Nov. 2
No excuses for this feature’s absence, but a semi-legit reason: I was already behind on these before a recent 80-day stretch in... Read More
Wines of the Week: Aug. 24-30
Everyday: I recently featured the Höpler Pannonia Red Blend in my semi-regular gig. It wasn’t until later that I discovered that the 2013... Read More
Wines of the Week: April 6-12
Everyday: I’m a bit hesitant to tout the 2013 Concha Y Toro “Casillero del Diablo” White ($12) because it’s impossible to find out... Read More
Gleanings: 1-14-15
Experiences are the best teachers, to pluralize an old bromide. A few of recent vintage that were revelatory for me: • Some... Read More
For these wine lovers, magical, mystical places
One of the major side benefits of being a wine enthusiast is visiting the regions that spawn our favorite beverage. Beside the truth... Read More