Ten years ago, my wife and I decided to semi-retire and hit the road, living full-time in a large RV and traveling throughout the U.S.
Dodging a Bullet?
It ain’t over yet but for wineries in El Dorado County who have been threatened by the Caldor fire, there is some good news. There
The Soul of a Wine Happens at Midpalate
Stacy Briscoe’s article in Wine Enthusiast provides an excellent overview of what we mean when we talk about a wine’s midpalate. In doing so she
Wine Review: Raul Perez Ultreia Saint Jacques Bierzo 2018
Despite its relatively modest price, this Mencia is a very serious wine. Complex, focused aromas and a vibrant evolution in the mouth, ever industrious, ever
Wine’s Allure
We encounter many things in life that are attractive. But they don’t necessarily compel us to act. But sometimes, on the good days, we encounter
Wines That Make You Think
Why are we preoccupied with beauty and good taste? Here is one answer—boldly stated and perhaps exaggerated but there is something right about it. And
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 