DEAL OF THE YEAR ON NIAGARA PINOT
I’m a big fan of the Phil Dowell’s winemaking at Angels Gate as he understands that less is more. And charm triumphs power. Before…
IN PRAISE OF THE ORIGINAL VINHO VERDE
This summer I’ve been touting the virtues of single grape variety Vinho Verdes, but now I’d like to remind you of the humble original…
THE AMPHORA EXPERIENCE
Clay amphoras were to the ancient Greeks what the oak barrel is to winemakers today. A vessel for storing and ageing wine. Portugal is…
THE GOOSEBERRY THING
When I started reviewing wines Sauvignon Blanc was barely a player, and the only editions hailed from the north West of France. Some of…
Malbec 2 Ways
Toro is the #1 selling red in Argentina. “Wine made by workers for workers” is the slogan of the Cooperative that produces it so,…
BRILLIANT FOOD ROSE ON SALE
Cono Sur winery keeps on giving. This time, up-grading their Rosé to Pinot Noir which means the wine has delicious fruitiness, some richness and…
Italian House Red on Sale!
SALE ON SUMMER HOUSE RED FROM THE ITALIAN ALPS – UNFORTUNATELY VERY LIMITED AVAILABILITY For many of us $14.95 is on the high side…
THREE AMAZING $10 SUMMER WHITES
The Chenin Blanc grape is not well known in these parts, but don’t let that stop you from buying the two wines below. Amazing…
Paint with Kato! MONDAY JUNE 22
MORE THAN EVER we need to make time to play, and not worry. Learn a few design and painting fundamentals from Kato – disguised…