One of the perks of being a professional wine student (that’s what I’m calling myself these days) is that I occasionally get some wine samples
Tag: Cabernet Sauvignon
Sutro Wines: A Total Work of Art
I put wineries in the same category as boats and horses — things I do not want to own. Once upon a time, I thought
Silverado: On the Road Less Traveled
My first experience with Silverado Vineyards (call it 20-ish years ago) was part happenstance, part emergency. My husband and I were trapped in an auto-clog
Getting Technical with Rombauer
The first unit in my WSET (Wine & Spirits Education Trust) Diploma Level studies is Viticulture and Vinification. I have an extremely dense (also extremely dry)
Two Hands: The Dude, an Angel and a Sexy Beast
For years, I’ve thought Bruce Degan’s 1983 children’s book, Jamberry, was a perfect (and elaborate) tasting note for Australian Shiraz: Quickberry ! Quackberry ! Pick me a
Cabernet & Coins: Arrow&Branch
Arrow&Branch (lack of spacing intentional) is a small, estate winery located within the newest Napa Valley AVA of Coombsville. It was purchased by proprietors, Steve
