In the wine world we tend to think of the geography of wine as organized into canonical regions or sub-regions—Burgundy, Bordeaux, Napa Valley, Barolo—areas around
Category: Wine Reviews
Budget Wine Review: Paul Jaboulet Aîné Parallèle 45 Côtes du Rhône 2014
This wine exudes personality, one of the better budget wines I’ve come across, not because of its technical virtues but because you can explore it.
Budget Wine Review: William Hill Chardonnay North Coast 2016
Although still popular among casual wine drinkers, Chardonnay has taken a few hits to its reputation in recent years. The more committed wine drinking public
Standout Wines from the Wine Bloggers Conference 2018
At the recently concluded Wine Blogger’s Conference the wine flowed freely and it wasn’t the cheap stuff. Wineries want to show their best and tell
Wine Review: Bonny Doon Syrah Bien Nacido X-Block, Santa Maria Valley 2009
There are big changes afoot at Randall Grahm’s iconic Bonny Doon Winery with the highly experimental Popelouchum Vineyard nearly ready to begin producing. New varietals,
Budget Wine Review: Chateau St Jean Cabernet Sauvignon California 2016
Everyone needs a wine to take to a party of people who don’t drink much of it. This can be that wine. Chateau St. Jean
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 