Wine that makes you think, but not too much
One of the great things about wine gatherings is that there’s lively discussion on matters we agree upon, and on matters we... Read More
On carmenere, botany and gym shoes
So I’ve been culling and collating some material from interviews and gatherings, recent and semi-distant. In the process I found quite a... Read More
Wines of the Week: Aug. 19-25
Everyday: If there’s a better bang-for-the-buck Spanish winery than Vinos Jeromin Zestos, I would seriously love to find it. The 2011 Zestos... Read More
Erin Chave: Stompin’ at the Chave-oy
Erin Chave is everything one could want in an ambassador for a winery. She’s charming, whip-smart, whimsical, attractive in every way. So... Read More
Wines of the Week: July 29-Aug. 4
Everyday: Recommended pairings can be dicey, but I’m comfortable saying that the 2012 Domaine Reine Juliet Picpoul de Pinet ($11) can play... Read More
Wines of the Week: July 22-28
Everyday: It’s getting harder every year to choose my favorite rosé of the summer. But it’s easy to award bonus points to... Read More
Wines of the Week: July 8-14
Everyday: You’ll always have me at “Vouvray,” no matter the dry/sweet level. But finding a fabulous one for $13 is a special... Read More