The adage, “wine improves with time,” usually refers to the many years wine rests in temperature-controlled cellars, allowing the chemistry and alchemy to enhance the palate experience. In the case of the OUTstanding Red wine from Tom of Finland, the time to wait is much shorter and can be counted in hours and days and […]
Africa safari: A trip or a trek
Priority List Traveling to Africa requires a commitment. There is no quick way to reach the continent, and there is no quick way to transit from one city to the other or from one country to the other. Advance planning is a necessity, and this includes time management and a confirmed detailed itinerary. Africa is […]
Aviation Industry: A Love Hate Relationship
The airline busiiness is the industry that consumers love to hate. Because we cannot get along without it we are a captive audience. With only 4 major USA airlines still standing (controlling 80 percent of the market), we do not have many choices as to which one to select for business or leisure flights.Opposing Points […]
Airlines that kill puppies, beat passengers and love your money
The airline business is an industry that airline passengers, also known as consumers, love to hate. Because we cannot get along without it we are a captive audience. With airlines killing puppies and delivering pets to the wrong destination, beating passengers to a pulp when they refuse to respond to employee commands, forcing adult passengers […]
Tequila: So many choices, so little time
There is only one country on the planet where you can legitimately make Tequila, and it is Mexico! Unlike vodka, gin, and rum that can be made anywhere, Tequila belongs to Mexico. The regions within Mexico where the product can be produced: Jalisco (includes the town of Tequila), 8 municipalities in Nayarit, 7 municipalities in […]
Prosecco competition: More than Italian fizz
Just when you think that a wine focused event will require a total emersion into the visual, smell, and taste of the product, I was delighted to be surprised by a light-hearted, fun and creative approach to Prosecco. Cinzano may not be the first brand that pops into your brain when you think Prosecco – […]
Benvenuto Brunello – Montalcino: Wine direct from Italy
If you are fond of Tuscany, you are probably a fan of Brunello di Montalcino (aka Brunello). This wine holds the highest DOCG classification, and most wine critics find it to be the best of all Italian wines. By law, Brunellos are made from 100 percent Sangiovese with anticipated nose/palate experiences that center on preserved […]