I view fads, trends, and movements with a measure of skepticism. However, some deserve attention. The “natural” or “clean” wine fad generates interest, with producers spending marketing dollars convincing shoppers that their wine is different and better. Be aware that the terms natural or clean...
Meritage, get the word out!
I have noticed that I am inspired to write interesting wine articles by interacting with friends, experiencing wine with people, and following conversation threads to conclusions that eventually lead to articles. In this case, some time back, I was talking to my friend Rhône Girl...
What rhymes with Monterey?
Chardonnay! Truth be told, the Monterey AVA, aka wine region, is vast. Over 40,000 acres of wine grapes grow there, and eight sub-appellations have unique growing conditions. Hundreds of wineries are contained within, and many grape types are used, including Bordeaux types, such as Cabernet...
Is the Champagne of Spain mainly from the plain?
No, Catalonia. Cava is not restricted to a geographic boundary and can be made anywhere in Spain. However, most Cava is produced in Catalonia. Cava, or cave in English, is Spain’s answer to French Champagne. It is a sparkling wine made using the traditional French...
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Introducing: A Wine Lover’s Guide to European Wine Purchase on Amazon A Wine Lover’s Guide to European Wine My first book in the A Taste of Wine series is useful for wine lovers, from beginners to sommeliers. It is practical, educational, historical, and a book...