In this issue I’ve a few traditional wines that just are beauties even if they aren’t natural at heart. This is one. It is compellingly gorgeous. If you can find... read more →
Another great find from the Indie Wineries people. This smacked of old world rusticity in the best possible authentic way. The story here is that the grapes went to Giacosa... read more →
We had the 2009, and the 2010, likewise aged in local cherry and chestnut barrels, is equally delicious. It’s still like pelaverga with the complexity of nebbiolo and full of... read more →
The grape Estaladiña is missing from Jancis Robinson’s book but it is also so rare that it (oops) dropped off the list of permitted red varieties in Bierzo. From a... read more →
I served this to my brother and niece in Milwaukee. They barely drink wine and are rarely exposed to anything good. Reaction? Ecstatic. Mine? Pure, beautiful expression of chenin. Structure,... read more →
Here it is, a rarity. A Cali cab that is actually interesting. Made by Tony’s adorable son, Nic. He purchased fruit from a neighbor, raised it at dad’s, in old... read more →
Last month I wrote about the basic P-V, but this is a special selection from 40–70 year old vines from Les Quarts, often considered worthy of premier cru status. I... read more →
Story coming up in the New York Times, so I can’t scoop myself, but put this under kiddush alert. Made by observant Jews in Yonkers. David is third generation distiller—parents... read more →
I admit. I’m a Frank watcher, I’ve been following these from the funky beginnings to their confident present. This is based on the 2012 vintage, completely satisfying and totally stable.... read more →
Sticker shock alert. Whether or not you think it’s worth it is up to you, but for the Cornelissen lover in your life this would make terrific gift. Based on... read more →