Yes, I Drank Champagne on New Years
To me, proper Champagne is like an ice sculpture - striking yet delicate, intricate but balanced, it… read more
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Going Beyond Words
There are wine regions in the world so established and esteemed that writing about them has the dang… read more
Over in Moravia
Wine from the Czech Republic has a long, storied history, like many of its neighbors. Viticulture, w… read more
Defying Expectations
After some time off, my blog is back. There’s been no shortage of wines that have struck me in the p… read more
Still Stuck in Italy
Italy has captured my heart. A bewitching force keeps leading me to their wines, seeking bottle afte… read more
Back to Sicily: An Old Favorite
This week I returned to an old favorite of mine: Arriana Occhipinti’s “Il Frappato”. What more can b… read more