Dom Perignon 2002 – Andy Warhol Tribute
The Dom Perignon Andy Warhol limited edition Champagne collection was the first time the iconic Champagne brand changed the color of its distinct label. The Design Laboratory at Central Saint Martin’s School of Art & Design, the Andy Warhol Foundation, and Moet and Chandon Dom Perignon collaborated to create six different artsy Dom...
Enoteca
Enoteca is an Italian word that is derived from the Greek word Οινοθήκη, which literally means “wine repository”, but it is used to describe a special type of local or regional wine shop that originated in Italy. When in Italy, enoteca in specific towns will feature wines from their...
2015 Begali Lorenzo Ripasso
The old adage “Good things come to those who wait” hits the nail on the head for this Classico Superiore from the Veneto region of Italy. When purchased 5 years ago, in its youth it tasted a little rough around the edges but I knew that the building blocks...
What is a Snipe?
Also known as a piccolo, split, or quatrino, it is a quarter-bottle of wine. Measuring in at 187 milliliters, they are often used as gift favors at weddings or for a quick glass of wine on the go....
Talk Derby To Me
The Kentucky Derby is always a great excuse to throw a party. Though the race is always entertaining, a traditional Mint Julip is always a winner. 2 oz Elijah Craig Bourbon (Valentine Single Bourbon or Copper Craft Bourbon) Pour over crushed ice. Add 1/2 oz simple syrup. Muddle 3...
1975 Muga Prado Enea Grand Reserva
A Tasting the Classics treat. This Spanish version of drinking a First Growth Bordeaux or a Grand Cru Burgundy is quite amazing for its age. This was terrior at it’s finest with huge earthy flavors, dried rustic cherry, prune, leather, tea, and black truffles exuding new aromas as it...
2020 Gerard Bertrand Cote des Rose’
Excellent Any time!...
Going “Really” Old School
A number of wineries are once again experimenting aging wine in clay amphora. This wine making technique goes back nearly 6000 years. This vessel is fermenting Pinot Noir at the Patricia Green Winery in Oregon....
2017 Russell B Gregory Vintners Select Blend
Using baseball terminology, you’ve got the bases loaded with 60% Grenache on 1st, 25% Syrah on 2nd and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon on 3rd. When the winemakers came up to the plate, they hit nothing short of a Grand Slam with this Cali-Rhone blend. With a spiced and perfumed fruit...
Rose Wine & “Rock n Roll”
Rose Wine in the Spring.....Plus some Rock n Roll...