The French get their wine reputation from the storied vineyards of Bordeaux and Burgundy, but they make their money in southern France where they can
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Wine Review: Domaine de la Vougeraie Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2009
The quest for the perfect Pinot takes a big step forward. Most wine lovers have an “aha” moment early in their drinking career in which,
Clos La Coutale Cahors 2010
Malbec from Argentina may be the hot new grape but in Cahors, a region in Southwest France, they’ve been growing it since the Romans ruled.
Wine Review: Vincent Girardin Santenay Les Gravières 1Er Cru Pinot Noir 2009
All wine writers have a very solemn duty—when you find an affordable, quality, pinot noir from Burgundy, you must drop everything and report it to
Wine Review: Colombier-Monpelou Pauilliac 2008
Tasting—real, genuine, deep tasting—should stimulate the mind as well as the palate; even something as mundane as a glass of vin ordinaire, if it has
La Croix Taillefer 2008 Pomerol
If Bordeaux is going to reclaim its spot at the top of the wine world it will be on the strength of their less expensive
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 