I’ve often contrasted wine understood as a commodity with wine approached as works of art. But I think there is another useful comparison to make.
The Costs of “Big Food”
This research conducted by The Guardian along with Food and Water Watch is a comprehensive indictment of the food industry in the U.S. For those
Wine Review: Vaeni Grand Reserve Xinomavro Naoussa 2013
Xinomavro, the signature red grape from Macedonia, has a reputation for aging well. This bottling from the large co-operative Vaeni has vibrant fresh aromas eight
Could Wine Tasting Ability Improve With Age?
I know. That’s an unlikely headline. Few abilities improve with age. But one can hope. My assumption based on reading the scientific literature has been
It’s Time to Discard the Bordeaux Classification System
The recent stunning report that Cheval Blanc and Ausone will no longer bother with the Saint-Emilion classification system is good news. As Don Kavanagh exclaims
A Tragedy in the Making
If the threat of fire isn’t enough to put you off winemaking, how about the threat of fire and no insurance? Esther Mobley reports that,
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 