One of the often repeated objections to the validity of wine criticism is that the influence of alcohol destroys the capacity for good judgment. Unlike
Wine Blog Daily Friday 4/27/18
A daily sample of thoughtful writing and discussion from (mostly) independent wine blogs: Tom Hyland reports on Barbaresco’s emergence as a competitor for Barolo. The
Budget Wine Review: Casa Santos Lima “Colossal” Reserva Lisboa 2015
This blend of Touriga Nacional, Syrah, Tinta Roriz, and Alicante Bouschet lives up to its name. Unusually concentrated for an inexpensive wine, it’s dense, but
Wine Blog Daily Thursday 4/26/18
A daily sample of thoughtful writing and discussion from (mostly) independent wine blogs: Dr. Vino has the wine list and menu from the Macron-Trump state
Do We Really Want Stories Instead of Quality?
We are often told by people in the wine industry, especially PR professionals, that new generations of wine drinkers no longer care about scores or
Wine Blog Daily Wednesday 4/25/18
A daily sample of thoughtful writing and discussion from (mostly) independent wine blogs: Margaret Rand tells the story of Place de Bordeaux, the négociants of
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 