Wines for HOT Temperatures
In California, we’re in the upper 90s again this weekend. I’m hoping and praying that the HOT weather doesn’t encourage...
Celebrating Syrah with the RhoneRangers
Last week, the RhoneRangers hosted a Zoom meeting all about Syrah. And guess what. They did it by tasting Syrahs...
The Etiquette of Clinking Glasses
Last week, I talked about why we clink glasses. This week, it’s all about the etiquette of clinking glasses. I...
Why Do We Clink Wine Glasses?
Many of us have heard the story that clinking glasses was an attempt in olden days to make sure the...
Why Should You Buy Large-Format Wine Bottles?
Every time I open a magnum or double magnum bottle of wine, I’m thrilled. The large-format wine bottles I open...
Wine Leather? Yes! And It’s Cruelty Free!
Decanter had an article last week about an Amsterdam company creating new vegan trainers from wine leather. Have you ever...
The Fifth Taste Sensation: Umami
Have you heard of Umami (pronounced oo-mom’-ee)? It’s the savory taste that’s described as the fifth taste sensation, along with...
Developing Your Wine Smelling Skills
Did you know that smell is the most acute of our five senses? It’s something like 1,000 times more sensitive...
It’s Time for Virtual Wine Tastings
As you probably know, I’ve been leading wine tastings in people’s homes and offices for the last 14 years as...
Madeira: Know It and Love It
Have you ever had a heat-treated wine? That is what Madeira is! Madeira originally comes from the Portuguese island of...