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Month: July 2024

Oak and wine are very fine

The Role Oak Plays in the Taste of Wine

Ancient civilizations used clay amphorae (storage containers) as the main storage medium of choice for transporting oil and wine. But...

Valiant grape

Wine in Alaska?

I’m going to Alaska! YAY! This gives me an excuse to learn about the wines made in Alaska. I’m sure...

Two great reds

Introducing Barnard Griffin Winery

I was delighted to visit the Barnard Griffin Winery tasting room in Vancouver. This winery offers scrumptious wines in a...

Jupiter's Blood - by Steven Laine

Jupiter’s Blood – A Great Wine Thriller

Steven Laine has written several wonderful wine novels that I’ve had the pleasure to read. His newest, Jupiter’s Blood, is...