I attended and presented at a fascinating conference over the weekend—the Postmodern Winemaker Symposium held in Santa Rosa CA. Although it is a meeting of
Casa Rondeña Cabernet Franc New Mexico 2014
Throughout much of the U.S. (outside California), Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon’s earlier ripening parent, is ubiquitous. It’s a classic variety they can get ripe before
On Creative Receptivity
I’ve been thinking about the concept of creativity as I work through issues related to the art of winemaking. In my Three Quarks Daily column
Budget Wine: Bogle Vineyards Essential Red 2014
How would my favorite budget winery do when producing my least favorite wine style—budget red blends? Of course some of the best wines in the
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 