2008 Rivers-Marie “Summa Old Vines” Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
We hear a lot (and I certainly write a lot) about wineries or wine labels that represent the realization of
Vinography Images: Long Shadows
Long Shadows Long shadows stretch across the Wiley vineyard in Anderson Valley as the sun sets into the Pacific. INSTRUCTIONS:
La Paulee de San Francisco: March 12-15, San Francisco
Every budding wine lover faces what can often seem like a daunting mountain to climb. There are so many wines
Vinography Images: First Light
First Light The sun rises over Gainey vineyards in the Santa Ynez Valley, California. INSTRUCTIONS: Download this image by right-clicking
Vinography Unboxed: Week of February 2, 2014
Hello from the bottom of the samples pile. This is the latest installment of Vinography Unboxed, where I highlight some
Tasting Organic Rosé Wines from the South of France
Early this week I spent a few days wandering around the Millesime Bio fair in France. Billed as the world’s
Vinography Images: Wine Lake
Wine Lake The lake at Jordan Vineyards in Sonoma’s Alexander Valley emerges from the morning mist. INSTRUCTIONS: Download this image
10 Years of Blogging About Wine
Too many things have been said about the fleeting passage of time to come up with a new way of
Debating Robert Parker At His Invitation
In a recent “Article of Merit” on his web site, wine critic Robert M. Parker, Jr. went on a tear
Organic Wines of the Languedoc: An Initial Taste
Hello from France. I’m over here in the Languedoc-Roussillon in advance of the Millesime Bio conference next week, an event
2014 World of Pinot Noir Tasting: Feb 28-Mar 1, Santa Barbara, CA
Everyone’s definition of idyllic varies, but for many people it doesn’t get much better than standing on the cliffs above
Vinography Images: Grape Lantern
Grape Lantern The morning sun turns a cluster of grapes into a remarkable light source. INSTRUCTIONS: Download this image by
Sorry, We Own That Color
In the world of wine, trademarks are fiercely defended, usually in direct proportion to the net worth of the organization
Rhone Rangers of Paso Tasting: February 16, Paso Robles
Many wine lovers have lamented the shuttering of the beloved Hospice du Rhone event held for many years in Paso
Vinography Images: Bottled History
Bottled History The dusty cellar of a winery in Burgundy holds treasures from past centuries. INSTRUCTIONS: Download this image by
What Did Rudy Ruin?
Not since the Mondavi brothers faced each other in a San Francisco courtroom has there been so much drama in
Slow Wine Tasting: January 27, San Francisco
Many people, especially anyone who considers themselves a foodie, have heard of Slow Food, the Italian organization dedicated to preserving
Vinography Images: The Shady Lane
The Shady Lane The afternoon light strikes a row of vines along a shady lane in the backroads of Sonoma
Friuli Meets California: The Wines of Arbe Garbe
You can take the boy out of Friuli, but you can’t take the Friuli out of the boy. One quick
