March 2013 – Gus Clemens on Wine

Easter wine

Posted on March 27, 2013 by gusclemens

When Christians feast in celebration of Christ’s resurrection and Jews commemorate the passing over of the 10th plague, they traditionally serve ham or lamb. Continue reading →

Oak in wine

Posted on March 20, 2013 by gusclemens

Oak is makeup for wine. Restrained oak enhances beauty. Spread oak with a trowel, palates howl. Continue reading →

USA wine emergence

Posted on March 13, 2013 by gusclemens

Budbreak approaches in America’s warming vineyards. Let rejoicing begin as vines return to life. Continue reading →

Amphora wine

Posted on March 6, 2013 by gusclemens

Maybe we’ve made this whole wine making thing way too complicated in the 21st century. Continue reading →