Biodynamics is a method of farming that treats the entire farm as a living organism. Developed by philosopher Rudolf Steiner in 1924, it is now
Category: Philosophy of Food and Wine
Terry Theise and the Soul of Wine
I think the best books I’ve read about wine are the two by wine importer Terry Theise. Reading Between the Wines is a thoroughly enjoyable
Does Great Wine Mix with Great Friends?
It is an article of faith in the wine community that wine is meant to be served with food and should always be shared among
Differentiation and its Discontents in the Wine World
The wine world thrives on variation. If the thousands of bottles on wine shop shelves all taste the same, there is no justification for the
The Wine Critic’s Job (part 2): Tracking Variation
In my last post in this series on wine criticism I argued that the job of the wine critic is to make readers aware of
Six Types of Wine Tasting Experiences
We drink wine in a variety of situations. Almost all wine drinkers drink wine to accompany meals, loosen inhibitions at a party, relax after work
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 