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Continuing the thread from two columns ago, there are a number of questions about wine that come up quite frequently in conversation. This week, I’ve added a few other common … Continue reading

It really seems like winter completely disappeared right around January 1 this year. You can probably measure the rainfall we’ve had since then in a juice glass. The weather has … Continue reading

There are two questions about wine that I get asked frequently enough that I think they deserve to be addressed here in this space. The great thing about these two … Continue reading

A local Sonoma wine venture that produces some of the consistently greatest Pinot Noirs on the West Coast is celebrating an auspicious anniversary. To be honest, I would not be surprised … Continue reading

When was the last time you tried something new? Have you ever, just on a whim, tried doing something in a completely different manner than you have done a hundred … Continue reading

Why does every holiday have to have the “perfect wine pairing?” Well, I guess it wouldn’t be a real holiday in this country unless we could figure out a way … Continue reading

Get ready for a great month of wine events in February here in Sonoma. Two events in particular are really worth your time if you want to taste the best … Continue reading

First, I want to wish you holidays full of cheer and happiness! There are times during the often stressful holiday season when one just needs a little impromptu holiday cheer. … Continue reading

It’s that time of year when on top of all of the other gift buying challenges you face, you’ve got someone on your gift list who loves wine. What the … Continue reading

These days, most of the time when I find out about a new winery it’s because I’ve heard about it or tasted their Pinot Noir in the course of writing … Continue reading