A little humor goes a long way – maybe more so when it’s unintentional. In this case, an amusing and almost unnoticeable gaffe helps me underscore the merits of Grenache, a less-than-mainstream grape that should be on your list. Even if you’re already drinking Grenache you may not realize it. Keep that in mind the […]

I was all ready to rip this wine apart. Tell you about how I try to avoid wines with cutesy labels (especially ones that conjur images of sweet desserts) – after all, if your wine is good, do you need to trick me with the label? I first tried this wine after a great Chianti […]

It was a crazy finish to the year. The day job, my son’s nearly-two enfant terrible temperament, Christmas season stress – the works. I certainly felt the letdown of falling off pace with my blog production over the past weeks; but now, cuddled by the holiday lull, I’ve put fingertips to keys to churn out […]

review of Tormaresco Neprica