Category: Ramblings and Rants
The End of An Attitude
Much has discussion been brewing this past two weeks around the announced demise of Wine X Magazine. For those who
Pruning Away
Raking the small stones of gardens, sweeping the autumn leaves, washing stone floors, sanding a deck — the repetition and
2007 American Wine Blog Awards Announced
This morning the winners of the 2007 American Wine Blog Awards were announced. Perhaps the most visible set of awards
Men, Please Don’t Be Wine Assholes
It’s rare that I feel like I’m in a position to give advice to an entire population, but damn it,
How to Taste Wines You Can’t Afford
One of the perennial conundrums for the newly ambitious wine lover involves the lack of perspective with which to judge
Last Day to Vote
Today is the last day to vote in the American Wine Blog Awards. To those of you who have already
Is That E-mail Wine Offer a Good Deal?
I got an e-mail from my friend Jonathan the other day. He lives in Chicago, and he really enjoys good
Red Wine and Your Health. A History of Scientists Hitting the Bottle
OK. OK. We all know that red wine is good for us. Turns us into marathon running, ageless, mentally sharp,
Respectfully Asking For Your Vote. Again.
Yes, it’s just like the Golden Globes and the Oscars. Too many awards too closely packed together. Just when you
Vinography Wins Best International Wine Blog Trophy From Le Salon Des Vins De Loire
I’m quite pleased and surprised to announce that Vinography has won the “Best International Wine Blog” trophy at what is
Defining a Wine Bar. And What is Not.
Wine, in case you haven’t noticed, is pretty trendy these days. With all the reports about predictions of the US
The Flu That Ate My ZAP Coverage
Those of you who have gotten used to my usual coverage of the ZAP Zinfandel Tasting each year will have
Hot Damn! Wine Makes You Sexier
It’s both awfully strange and predictably true that we all find out some truths about life too late to put
Vinography Quietly Turns Three
No parties or fanfare this time around. Just too darn busy to celebrate, but today marks the beginning of my
Ingredients and Arguments: Government to the Rescue
I’ve long been a fan of full disclosure when it comes to labeling wine. I think the consumer should know
Vinography Wins Best Drinks Blog Award
I’m thrilled to report that Vinography has won this year’s Best Drinks Blog Award at the 2006 Food Blogging Awards.
How Secure is YOUR Wine Cellar?
I’ve written about the generosity of wine lovers before. I’m continually amazed at the large sums of money that people
Why Waiters Should Know Wine
Before I continue, I want to go on record as having acknowledged how lucky I am. I live in San
The Value of The Label
You can file this under the heading “Yeah, well we all knew that anyway,” but I find it fascinating to
