The Sassetti family has produced wines in the Montalcino region of Tuscany since the early 1900’s. They make a passable Brunello; the wine under review
Is Wine Writing in Decline?
The dismal future of the wine writing business has been a staple of conversation ever since newspaper and magazine advertising cratered over a decade ago.
Why We Love Wine
Although wine is a beverage that brings enjoyment because of its flavor and alcohol, for many people wine is much more than that. Many winemakers
Wine Review: Van Westen Vineyards Voluptuous Red Blend Okanagan Valley B.C. 2015
I discovered this beauty on British Columbia’s Naramata Bench, a viticultural sub-region on the southeast corner of Okanagan Lake. Robert Van Westen’s family has been
Karen MacNeil on Misogyny in the Wine Industry
Karen MacNeil, author of the iconic The Wine Bible, recently released her 2nd annual report on the status of women in the wine industry. The
Budget Wine Review: Viña San Pedro Gato Negro Cabernet Sauvignon Valle Central Chile 2017
Many years ago when wine was just an occasional dinner companion and the budget demanded something off the bottom shelf I invariably reached for this
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 