NV Gloria Ferrer Sonoma Brut Sonoma County
“Citrus and bread…”
Ancient Provençal Sweets, Not Too Sweet
Calissons and nougats from Dana Confection Co. are a delicious, inventive nod to tradition
2014 Centonze Frappato Vittoria DOP
“Peppery and grapey…”
2013 Garofoli Piancarda Rosso Cònero DOC
“Cherries steeped in loam…”
NV Taittinger Prestige Rosé Champagne
“Biscuit and fruit…”
NV Taittinger Brut La Française Champagne
“Cleansing and toasty…”
Meg Houston Maker Earns Fellowship to the Symposium for Professional Wine Writers
The Symposium convenes seasoned wine writers and authors for four days of learning.
Italian Sparkling: Prosecco, Lambrusco, Moscato
Fizzy wines from Italy’s northern hills are crisp, refreshing, and just right for food.
Ten Cool Finger Lakes Wines
My latest Tasting Panel column considers ten great wines from the Finger Lakes.
Wine List Economics: Familiarity Breeds Innovation
My new feature for The SOMM Journal reveals a surprising truth about a wine list’s mix.
2012 Bonny Doon Vineyard Red Blend Le Cigare Volant Reserve Central Coast
“Anisette and game…”
2014 Davis Bynum Chardonnay River West Vineyard Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
“Tropical and tree fruits…”