Partying Pre-Mescal
We just heard from the af&co 2018 Trends Report that mescal cocktails will be one… Continue reading
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Very Schnappy
In Austria schnapps is said to be made from every fruit and berry you have… Continue reading
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Syrah or Shiraz?
In Australia (and sometimes in South Africa), the grape syrah is known as shiraz. Why… Continue reading
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The Curious Red White Conundrum
As you probably know, virtually all red wine grapes have white juice. One day, I… Continue reading
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Banished Then Reborn
The idea that we all have wine preferences is axiomatic and indisputable. You may prefer,… Continue reading
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Ex-Husbandry
AxR1 was the notorious rootstock that lead to financial disaster in Napa and Sonoma, California,… Continue reading
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The Other Side of Champagne
It’s National Champagne Day, and while good cheer is in order, it’s perhaps important to… Continue reading
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Wine’s Other Self
Wine’s “other self” is vinegar. One of the two best vinegars in the world is… Continue reading
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The Birthday Present You Always Wanted
It is an old tradition among the wealthy British upper classes to give a newborn… Continue reading
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The Birthday Present You Always Wanted
It is an old tradition among the wealthy British upper classes to give a newborn… Continue reading
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Cheese Wiz
Despite the rather common assumption that all red wines taste good with cheese, many cheeses… Continue reading
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Ruby Fizz
Historically, Italy’s brilliant ruby-colored sparkling wine, Brachetto, was thought to be an aphrodisiac. (At least… Continue reading
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