Shopping means dropping inhibitions
Shopping for wine is easy, but as with most vinous-related endeavors, too many of us make it complicated. Yes, there is a... 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
A year of learning dangerously
I’m pretty sure this would be the latest publication of a “best of 2014” list anywhere if that’s what it actually was. Instead,... Read More
Here come da judging gleanings
People tend to think that judging wine competitions is pure, unadulterated fun. I suggest they try 71 viogniers in 4 hours and... Read More
Tasting tips from vintners
Nobody tastes more wines than the people making it, and some of them have shared with me some tips on how any... Read More
Writerly wine quotes
It’s always heartening to learn how much people of yore enjoyed wine, and to see that expressed by their respective era’s best... Read More
Linkin’ logs: 11-7-14
As Richard Dawson used to bellow, “survey SEZ!” as we look at some studies, some confluence and some celebrating: • A connection... Read More