Poor Man’s Champagne

July 2, 2016

Years ago Prosecco was a bland, mass-produced sparkling wine from northeast Italy consumed primarily within Italy. In less than ten …

Summertime is Rosé Time

June 17, 2016

Five weeks after knee replacement surgery I resume working at the wine store and I am greeted by a massive display of Rosé …

January 20, 2016

It was a frigid winter afternoon with temps in low 20’s, wind gusting to 25 mph and wind chill in …

January 13, 2016

60 Minutes (CBS news show) revealed the infiltration of the Mafia in the legitimate business of Italy’s food supply chain. …

December 9, 2015

I recently enjoyed this bottle of Sapaio Volpolo 2006. A delicious blend from Tuscany with nice fruit, well balanced and …

November 26, 2015

Question 3) I am a Red from France and I am best when young though I can tolerate some moderate …

November 1, 2015

Fall is my favorite time of year – harvest and crush in wine country, cool sunny days for outdoor activities, foliage …