The Viognier grape has existed since Christ’s time; however, its popularity dwindled over the years to almost extinction. In 1965, less than twenty acres of Viognier remained on the planet! At some point in the mid-nineteen sixties, its value as a blending grape emerged, using...
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What do you serve when your guests do not like wine?
Have you ever held a party where friends glued themselves to the couch, munching on your cheese assortment, salad, and stir fry while whispering local gossip and sipping Sprite? Feeling compelled to be a good host, you asked if they’d like a glass of wine,...
Do you know the Meditation Wine?
I tasted Amarone for the first time in the Dutch province of South Holland in the small town of Hoornaar. Our host had recently returned from Italy inspired and made a sumptuous Italian-themed dinner complete with Italian vino. When the cork popped on the Amarone,...
What do you think of Virginia Wine?
People often ask, what do you think of Virginia wine? Usually, that’s a loaded question given away by body language and facial expressions. I cautiously answer, starting first with context. One must realize where Virginia is at this time, keeping in mind that it wasn’t...
Have you told your friends about Paso Robles Zinfandel?
I love the care and technique used by Ridge Vineyards in making their 2016 Ridge Paso Robles Zinfandel. They employ a hands-off approach to wine-making, an old-world practice of minimal manipulation of the grapes, juice, and wine as it progresses. The vines are head-trained with...