Women and Wine in Burgundy, Revisited
“You do not notice changes in what is always before you.” - Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette
I first reported on Burgundy’s Women and Wine organization in 2016 for Palate Press, and this year marks the twentieth an...
2017 Amici Pinot Noir Russian River Valley – crafted in a Burgundian style
If you are like me, secretly crossing your fingers and hoping for a taste of Burgundy when you sip California pinot noirs, you will be rewarded here. Sip lightly for the first few minutes until the wine opens u...
2015 Edna Valley Vineyard Heritage Chardonnay, Winemaker Series
This is my style of chardonnay, more Burgundian than New World. There’s oak and richness but crispness on the palate, especially in the beginning and end. Peach, tangerine and minerality all contribute to the c...
Law and Order DOC: No Wine before its Crime
Although there has long been wine fiction, wine has not usually graced the True Crime sections of bookstores - until recently. Here are four fascinating books that delve into the dark side of the wine trade.
What We’re Drinking – 2015 Joseph Drouhin Pouilly-Vinzelles
A beautifully classic white Burgundy wine: in fact, this is the style of wine that got me interested in wine in the first place. Very highly recommended. 96 points.
Burgundy: Hearts or Minds?
Reviewing the recent film "Burgundy: People with a Passion for Wine"
Will We Ever Get Burgundy Back in Our Glasses?
Burgundy has launched a charm offensive designed to show that not only do their wines remain the finest expressions of the vintners’ art, but that they are also not the exclusive domain(es) of people with deep palates and even deeper wallets.
Countdown to New Year’s Eve: South Africa, France, and Gilding the Lily
Each week until the end of the year we’ll take a look at different types of sparkling wines – Champagne included, of course – so you’ll be able to make a great choice for your New Year’s Eve occasion.
Rather...