Vicki Denig performs a valuable service by explaining one of the new wine buzzwords—reduction. Unfortunately, the winemakers she interviewed weren’t quite on the same page.
Tag: wine flaws
Of Mice and Taste
Two stories caught my attention recently because they involve taste and mice, subject matters not often found together. The first is a study that suggests
In Defense of (some) Wine Flaws
Matt Kramer’s article articulating 5 fundamental rules of wine continues to bother me. Recently, I took issue with his claim that expression of place is
The Cost of Deliciousness
In comparison to wines of the 20th Century, the contemporary style of winemaking, especially for high-end wines, tends toward riper fruit, lower acidity, higher alcohol
Are You a Fan of “Brett”?
What do you think of “Brett” in a wine—does it add complexity or is it just a flaw that should be eliminated by attentive winemakers?
Exploring the Philosophy of Food and Wine 