People with good taste are much admired and we spend a lot of time and money trying to acquire it. But what exactly is good
Category: Philosophy of Food and Wine
Is This Wine a Work of Art?
What makes a wine meaningful? Some wines are an exploration of what can be done with soil, weather, grapes, yeast, wood, and the human body,
What is a Great Wine?
I haven’t taken a poll but I suspect the most popular answer would be that it’s subjective. That would be the wrong answer. To say
It’s Process Not Product That Counts
I suspect if you ask any Master of Wine candidate what will make them an MW they will point to success on their upcoming exams.
A Difficult Rebirth for Culinary Art
As Covid restrictions recede, restaurants are starting to fill up again. Hopefully the damage to our once-burgeoning food culture can be repaired. My hope is
Wine Traditions, Authority, and Authenticity (Part 2)
Wine traditions represent a common stock of knowledge and know how but also supply members with a sense of identity. They use flavor consistencies, symbols,
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 