One of the most celebrated wine books in history is really a book about a book. George Saintsbury wrote Notes on a Cellar Book in
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Wine, food, and travel writing, philosophy, aesthetics
Windrun Pinot Noir and Chardonnay Santa Barbara 2013
Ovid, the great poet of Latin literature wrote “A new idea is delicate. It can be killed by a sneer or a yawn; it can
Budget Wine: Bogle Old Vine Zinfandel California 2013
Old vines are prized because they produce richer more flavorful grapes although at a much reduced yield. I’m not sure how Bogle makes reasonably priced
The Chocolate Is Good for You Hoax
The news percolating across the Internet a few months ago that chocolate can help you lose weight turns out to be a hoax. Science journalist
If You Love Iconic Wine Regions, Drink Now
As a general matter we know that temperatures in traditional wine regions are steadily increasing, and it is highly likely that the cause is anthropogenic
Old Vines, Very, Very Old Vines
This is a remarkable story. Maribor, Slovenia is home to the world’s oldest producing grapevine. It is reported to have been planted in the 1500’s,
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 