Disappointments, mistakes, and blunders
When I say food and wine matches Matter, with a capital M, this is what I mean: mismatches—the dark side of wine
The Mythical Perfect Match: It’s True
A new experience greater than the sum of its parts: The holy grail of wine matching.
Cabernet Franc the other Cabernet, an Autumn Wine Romp
tonight it’s still hot, and the storm that lurks on the horizon right now simply broods, unable to decide if it will unleash or merely sulk, we choose to stick with summer weight dinner of a terrine de Campagne
Oenotria—Italian Wines with Italian Food
The ancient Greeks called Italy “Oenotria” the land of wine. WIth over 350 regions and over 500 native wine grapes, this should surprise no one.
High Wire Acts: Fine Mexican and Gewürztraminer Its All About Balance
Balance and how to be prepared for the wine decisions of the future, by studying Mexican cuisine now.
Tradition, Terroir, and Rieslings: Why Dirt Matters
Tradition, Terroir, and Rieslings: Why Dirt Matters—wine and food grow up together