Many words have been written about the decline of traditional wine criticism and the emergence of social media. The “old school” wine critics writing for
Author: Dwight Furrow
Wine, food, and travel writing, philosophy, aesthetics
Hope for the Little Guy
In this age of rampant consolidation in the wine industry, stories like Megan Krigbaum’s article in Punch give me hope that artisan wines will continue
Wine Review: Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2014
This is a lovely wine, rich and bold but is it quintessential New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc? The nose blows you away. Grapefruit jumps from the
The Essence of Oyster
I’m scrambling to get ready for a spate of radio interviews this week devoted to American Foodie. Many are at 5:00 A.M.—East Coast drive time.
Budget Wine: Chateau Les Verriers Bordeaux 2014
Bordeaux, the most storied of wine regions, has lost some of its cred in recent years. Overpriced in all price ranges and having to compete
Why Taste is Important
The issue of what we eat or drink is often considered to be trivial, a personal matter that has no larger significance and is thus
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 