Last week I argued that the purpose of wine criticism is not primarily to aid purchasing decisions, but I left undecided what the primary purpose
Wine Blog Daily Wednesday, 10/17/18
A daily sample of thoughtful writing and discussion from (mostly) independent wine blogs: Kathleen Wilcox tells the very strange stories of the hardscrabble birth of
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,
Wine Blog Daily Tuesday 10/16/18
A daily sample of thoughtful writing and discussion from (mostly) independent wine blogs: Don Kavanagh at Wine Searcher points out that the Court of Master
The Eagle Soars
When hanging out with wine people, I am sometimes asked what is the best wine I’ve tasted. The answer is easy—Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon Napa
Wine Blog Daily Monday 10/15/18
A daily sample of thoughtful writing and discussion from (mostly) independent wine blogs: Tom Wark has an informative post on the wine retailer shipping case
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 