Winemakers know that crafting a wine destined to achieve a near perfect score requires both skill and a touch of finesse. And one particularly important skill is the art of blending, or as it is called in the world of wine: assemblage. In pursuit of making the best of the best, winemakers around the world are constantly innovating by blending grape v.. Read More

Drinking wine is easy; talking about wine can be more difficult. Unfortunately, wine culture is often perceived as a bit snobby, due in part to the expansive array of fancy verbose terms and elaborate descriptors that comes with it. Take oenophile for example—which is simply another word for wine lover. Really? Would you ever refer to yourself this.. Read More

Getting there is half the fun Like so many things we do for ourselves, this holds true for many of the wine lovers that make wine in my store. Obviously the best part of making your own wine is enjoying that first sip of a new vintage, the anticipation of the aroma and the taste of new wine. And today, more and more customers are seeing winemaking.. Read More

Tuscany. Is there any other word that so immediately brings to mind images of winding country roads lined with cypress trees beneath a brilliant blue sky? Many of those meandering byways also lead to some of the finest wineries on earth. Rich in history, Tuscany offers a leisurely and pleasurable journey for the senses, soul, and most importantly; th.. Read More

With summer almost half way through, we all want to spend as much time as possible outdoors while we can. If you’re like us, you'll want to take every opportunity to have friends and family over to share your own wine and enjoy the warmth of summer. Whether you enjoy an afternoon glass of Pinot Grigio, a small dinner party, or host a big summer bas.. Read More