As we count down the hours until 2018 is in the rear view mirror, it’s a good time to assess whether we should feel optimistic
Author: Dwight Furrow
Wine, food, and travel writing, philosophy, aesthetics
Food and Wine Wisdom
As I plan an epic Christmas day meal I need a bit of foodie wisdom to help prepare. Epicurus, the Roman philosopher who lent his
Budget Wine Review: Vasco Sassetti Il Ginepro Sangiovese Rosso Toscano IGT 2017
The Sassetti family has produced wines in the Montalcino region of Tuscany since the early 1900’s. They make a passable Brunello; the wine under review
Is Wine Writing in Decline?
The dismal future of the wine writing business has been a staple of conversation ever since newspaper and magazine advertising cratered over a decade ago.
Why We Love Wine
Although wine is a beverage that brings enjoyment because of its flavor and alcohol, for many people wine is much more than that. Many winemakers
Wine Review: Van Westen Vineyards Voluptuous Red Blend Okanagan Valley B.C. 2015
I discovered this beauty on British Columbia’s Naramata Bench, a viticultural sub-region on the southeast corner of Okanagan Lake. Robert Van Westen’s family has been
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 