“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet,” as the…
When learning about ports, books teach you that there are two categories:…
There are few grapes that are capable of such an exciting range…
If someone asked you for a quote about summertime, does one come to mind? We’d bet our best bottle of Burgundy some of you would hum, “Summertime, and the living’s easy.” We’ve had a very busy June (did…
Returning to simple yet savory cuisine, I am happy to share with you all a highly healthy and quick-to-do meal with an Italian twist. Perfect for spring and summer and fancy enough for guests or a special dinner,…
Lychee, rose petals, honey, orange blossom, ginger, and bergamot are some of the adjectives used to describe Gewürztraminer wine. Its name comes originally from the German gewürz, which means “spicy.” Yet for me, this wine is not so…
The wines of Alsace come from some of the most diverse soils in the world, producing world-class Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Noir, and more. Alsace is one of France’s most interesting wine regions. Bordering both Germany and Switzerland, over…
One of the wines that I often have the most difficult time pairing with food, let alone finding a good quality bottle, is Pinot Grigio. That is, until now. I believe I have found THE one! Pighin Pinot…