Malbec and Carmenere are two Bordeaux varieties that have experienced a renaissance in South America. However, have you heard of another Bordeaux castaway in Argentina called Bequignol. Continue reading
Tag: history
Wine Review: Napa Cab at Different Stages
While I was in California back in February, I decided to open a few bottles of Napa Cab to see how they’ve evolved at their different ages. However, this comparison also highlights how the style of Napa Cab has also changed over the years. Continue reading
Wine Review: Rare Italian Varieties – Erbaluce & Pallagrello Nero
After exploring some ancient varieties from Greece and Armenia, I’m going to explore two old, rarer Italian grape varieties from Piedmont and Campania. Continue reading
Wine Review: Ancient White Varieties
Let’s explore 3 ancient white grapes from two of the oldest winemaking regions in the world. Continue reading
Wine Review: 1830 Solera PX
Sweet Pedro Ximenez (PX) can seemingly age forever. Let’s taste one with material in it dating back almost 200 years. What was going on in 1830? Continue reading
Wine Review: Atomo Lebanon
With Lebanon yet again being bombed and invaded by Israel (a pattern that seems to keep happening every 20 years), I decided to open a bottle of Lebanese wine to be connected with the suffering all over the Middle East, to remember the beauty and kindness I experienced in the region, and as a prayer for a just peace there. Continue reading
Wine Review: Communist Era 45-year-old Hungarian Wine
I found a 45 year old Hungarian red wine made during Communist rule. Is it still good or was it ever any good? Continue reading
Wine Tourism: Catalunya – Priorat & Emporda
Escape the extremely touristy Barcelona and explore the rest of Catalonia (Catalunya in Catalan) for its wine, food, history and culture. Continue reading
Wine Review: Top Entry Level Rioja
Here are a couple of my favorite Rioja producers at the entry level. Continue reading
Wine Review: Negrette
This South West France variety’s history is like a Dan Brown novel. However, what does it taste like? Continue reading