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In the past, the idea of a connoisseur’s wine labeled kosher for Passover was an anomaly, but, today well-made kosher wines are part of our
In 1981, Lodovico Antinori founded Tenuta dell’ Ornellaia in Bolgheri, then, an obscure Tuscan town except to those in the wine world. Nearby, Antinori’s cousin,
The music world has its share of stars known by one name only: Prince, Cher, Madonna and Gaga. And the wine world does, too. Though
Few wineries create an iconic wine. And fewer still create an appellation. Sassicaia did both. Marchese Mario Incisa della Rocchetta wanted only a glass of
Two weeks ago, we examined the pinot noirs of Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Now, the dog days of August seem like a good time to
Making great wine does not come easy. It is made from artistry, and with passion: that’s the romance. But it is sometimes made great because
History buffs know that the Oregon Trail stretched from what is now the State of Kansas to Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Pioneers departed with spring’s snow
Like people, wines can get pigeonholed, too. From regions to wineries, it’s easy to focus on the obvious and miss the broader view—whether it’s New
I’m not fond of revolutions, but I do enjoy celebrating Bastille Day, France’s Independence Day or “La Fete Nationale,” on July 14. Our revolution and
As we celebrate our national birthday with barbecues and fireworks, we should celebrate our American wines, too I recommend greeting your guests with a glass
