Lambrusco is the Perfect Summertime Red
After decades of low-priced, candied Lambrusco on the American market, it’s not surprising that wine consumers know nothing else about it. Most would find it
Celebrating America’s Independence with American Wines
Macy's annual July 4 fireworks display on the Hudson River was performed unannounced on June 30 to avoid the tens of thousands who always turnout
Pinot Noir remains Oregon’s Wine Identity
Willamette Valley, A beautiful place to drink wine, from Stoller Family Estate History buffs know that the Oregon Trail stretched from what is now the
The Rhone Valley Families Deliver Quality and Value
The collective of producers behind Domaine & Maison Les Alexandrins is rooted in the historical winemaking families of France’s Rhone Valley. Nicolas Jaboulet is the
Conviviality through Wine & Art
If the isolation of staying in place makes you feel that you are living in a Edward Hopper’s “Nighthawks” painting, let these wines transport you
This is a Time to Explore
For some, being homebound during the coronavirus pandemic is an opportunity to drink away the boredom (if you doubt this, note that wine retail sales
Dining from Venice to Rome, Part Two: Romantic Verona
This report combines visits in April and October 2019. Verona may be better known as the city of Romeo and Juliet, but anyone visiting
Newton Vineyards is king of the mountain
In 2014, I drove up Napa Valley’s Spring Mountain for my appointment at Newton Vineyards with Rob Mann, its newest winemaker. I twisted and turned
Wine & Spirits brings Top 100 wines to NYC
After 16 years in San Francisco, Wine & Spirits magazine held its first annual Top 100 Symposium tasting in New York City two weeks ago.
Dining from Venice to Rome, Part One: Take Five in Venice
Last year, I visited the Venice Biennale, one of the world’s major art fairs. The theme was titled “May You Live In Interesting Times.”