No matter how many wines are experienced, books read, or experts interviewed, there is always something new and interesting to learn. One of the many interesting aspects of the wine industry is that you never know it all. No matter how many wines are experienced, books read, or experts interviewed, there is always something new […]
Kevin Begos: Wine links past to present
Tualatin Valley, Oregon winemakers go LIVE
Winemakers in Oregon are definitely producing world-class wines; however, their mission goes beyond the bottom line. Many wineries in Oregon are actively and sincerely focusing on sustainability in their wine making systems and procedures by seeking LIVE certification: Low Input Viticulture and Enology. Certification means that the winemaker has reduced the overall amount of raw […]
Pineau des Charentes: Cognac’s little brother – arrives in red and white
Charente is in South West France whose history dates back to Roman times, with a low profile today, except for being the home of Cognac. Where is Charente Charente is a small department in South West France, approximately 1 hour north of Bordeaux and 1 hour from the Atlantic coast. While its history dates back […]
Pineau des Charentes. French Versatility
Now is the time to discover the nuances of the very versatile Pineau des Charentes at L’appart NYC. Pineau is a mix of Cognac and freshly pressed grape must that is aged in oak barrels creating an aromatic and palate experience that is beyond delicious. Drink chilled, over ice or mixed in a cocktail, Pineau […]
Missouri wines: A serious contender
Missouri First Did you know that Missouri was the first state to take the wine industry seriously? Although Native Americans have been cultivating grapes since the beginning of time, the wine industry in America is relatively new and can be tracked to German migration to Missouri. The first wine from locally cultivated grapes was introduced […]
Baron Edmond de Rothschild wine: When the name is the story
Tom of Finland: An excellent wine – NOT a one-night stand
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 […]
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 […]