The least represented of Bordeaux varieties internationally, can Petit Verdot do well as a solo act in its home Bordeaux? Continue reading
Wine Tourism: Côtes Catalanes
I just got back from France and Spain, where I spent most of my time in both Spanish Catalonia and French Catalonia (or Northern Catalonia). This post will focus on wine tourism in the latter. Continue reading
Wine Review: Rhone Varieties in Argentina
Although everyone thinks of Malbec when they think of Argentinian wine, there are other red varieties worth trying out. Continue reading
Wine Review: Antiyal–Chile’s Biodynamic Boutique Icon
If you are a Bordeaux or Biodynamic wine lover, Antiyal from Chile should be on your radar. Continue reading
Wine Pairing: Sushi & the Asian Palate
Although I have many favorite foods in the world, something I would definitely have on the menu for my last supper would be sushi. Given wine is my favorite beverage, I thought it’d be fun to explore the pairing. Continue reading
Wine Review: German v. French Riesling
After looking at New World Riesling, I wanted to re-examine Old World Riesling. Is there a difference between Riesling from Mosel and Riesling from Alsace? Continue reading
Wine Review: Impressive Spanish Reds
I tasted several impressive and reasonably priced Spanish reds that I had to share with you. Most of them are not typical varieties that one first thinks of when looking for Spanish reds. Continue reading
Wine Review: Cinsault Battle–South Africa v. Chile
Cinsault is starting to make a name for itself as a monovarietal wine, and the two places you’re most likely to find some are Chile and South Africa. Continue reading
Wine Review: Patagonian Merlot
Let’s review a cool-climate Merlot from the extreme south of the South of America.
Wine Review: Loire Valley Beyond Sancerre
It’s the 4th anniversary of the blog, so I decided to host a very geeky Loire Valley wine tasting. Continue reading