Category: Wine Reviews
2008 Grgich Hills Estate Fume Blanc, Napa
Visitors to Napa Valley, even those on their first trip, have a hard time missing the Grgich Hills winery, which
2003 Descendientes de J. Palacios “Moncerbal,” Bierzo, Spain
This is one of those wines that I live for. The kind that begins with an unknown bottle thrust in
2007 Smith Madrone Riesling, Spring Mountain District, Napa
There are more legends, stories, fairytales, and fables than anyone could count that all involve some guy up on a
NV Henri Billiot “Cuvee Laetitia” Grand Cru Brut Champagne, Ambonnay, France
It seems that this week has me on a sparkling wine kick, and I see no reason to stop. As
Farmer Fizz: Tasting the Terry Theise Champagne Portfolio
Ask most people to name a good Champagne, and most will likely stall after a couple of well known names
2002 Ferrari “Perlé” Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine, Trentino, Italy
Who knows what it is, exactly, about sparkling wine that entices us so. But go to any wine region around
Oriel Wines: Current Releases
There are those who suggest that the moment that wine went wrong when it became more than just what a
The Best Wines of the Year: Tasting the Wine & Spirits Top 100
The difference between a good public wine tasting and a bad one can be quite dramatic. The bad ones are
2007 Craggy Range “Zebra Vineyard” Pinot Noir, Central Otago, New Zealand
A relatively compact landmass, New Zealand nonetheless seems to possess every possible topography and climate. Tropical rainforests, glaciers, arid plains,
Blackbird Vineyards, Napa: Current Releases
As you likely know, I make it my business to keep my eye on new California wineries, especially in Napa
Bond Estates, Napa: A Retrospective Tasting
Like the saying goes, if I had a nickel for every time I’d heard or read about a winery “sparing
Tasting Notes for Top Champagnes of the World
You might call me a born-again Champagne fanatic. There was a time when I didn’t care for the stuff, but
2007 S.A. Prüm “Wehlener Sonnenuhr” Riesling Kabinett , Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany
As you know, I think wine reviews should be more than just tasting notes and scores. They should be the
2006 Cadaretta Cabernet Sauvignon, Columbia Valley, Washington
I make it my habit to pay attention to new, small wineries. Generally that means seeking them out at public
Top Wines of Sonoma: Tasting Notes from Sonoma Wine Country Weekend
Two weeks ago, under idyllic clear skies, I joined about 700 other wine lovers to wander around a winery lawn
Kutch Wines, Sonoma: Current Releases
Every wine has a story behind it. Some are better than others. Every wine has a dream behind it. Some
2006 Girard Winery “Artistry” Red Wine, Napa
You can often tell just how much someone loves Napa wine from their familiarity with the sub-appellations or American Viticultural
The World’s Best Sake: Tasting at the Joy of Sake Soiree 2009
, which is the largest (and only?) sake competition held outside of Japan. Much to my continued delight, America seems
