Most of the time, this column pours over the general world of wine. Wine buying suggestions are locally available, but subject is meant to be meaningful—at least entertaining—to anyone anywhere. Continue reading “Wine-food festival”
Category: Recent Columns
Bottle shock
Bottle shock: myth or reality? Continue reading “Bottle shock”
U.S. wine market
Phooey on France, give Italy the boot. For second straight year, Americans enjoyed more bottles of wine than imbibers in any other country. Continue reading “U.S. wine market”
Best value
Pure pleasure: discovering an affordable wine that kicks an expensive pour’s glass. Continue reading “Best value”
Best value
Pure pleasure: discovering an affordable wine that kicks an expensive pour’s glass. Continue reading “Best value”
California grape prices
The 2011 California grape price numbers are in, packed with surprises. Continue reading “California grape prices”
Seduction
Come hither, my dear; let us pursue the pleasures of today’s topic: seduction. Continue reading “Seduction”
Bonarda
Asked to name the top grape in Argentina, surely you boldly bellowed “bonarda!” Continue reading “Bonarda”
Decanters
If you decided to be devotee of decanting after past two weeks of paeans to the practice, some notes. Continue reading “Decanters”
Harvesting grapes
Many factors affect wine prices. Barrel cost and berry quality.Parker scores. Marketing mavens. Winery hubris. Take your pick. Continue reading “Harvesting grapes”