For everyday wines under $15 you can’t expect greatness—the economics of winemaking do not permit it. But what I look for are hints of originality,
Budget Wine: The Naked Grape Cabernet Sauvignon California NV
Courtesy of E.J. Gallo. Simple blackberry with earth undertones, smells like a cab. Fruit forward and very juicy on the palate, a smooth mouthfeel, with
No. Science Won’t Destroy the Art of Wine
This article in Cosmos magazine is a fascinating and very readable account of new research into the origins of terroir, the regional differences in soils
Food and Romance: The Tissue of Little Things
Valentine’s Day is almost upon us. So it’s time to ask that important question: Can food stimulate Eros? See my answer in my monthly post
Wine Review: Trisaetum Dry Riesling Ribbon Ridge Estate Willamette Valley 2013
Riesling is a bit of a mystery. Intensely aromatic, with bright fresh fruit, a rich mouthfeel, and bracing acidity, it should be everyone’s favorite white
Budget Wine: Algorithm Red Blend California NV
This is a mystery wine. There is a website with one wine and no information. It is vinted and bottled by WX Wine Company—no website,
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 