la Jasse Castel Article and Photos by Lance Berelowitz I’m tasting wine with Pascale Rivière at La Jasse Castel, her winery just outside St-Jean-de-Fos in the Terrasses du Larzac. Located…
Cooking The Books
By the editors Slow Wine USA Guide 2024 A year in the life of the vineyards and wines of the USA. Currently, 402 wine producers out of 11,600 in the…
The Secrets of Armenia: A Wine Lover's Odyssey Through Ancient Vines
Story by Valentina Phillips Photos courtesy of the Vine and Wine Foundation of Armenia Imagine a land where every glass of wine tells a tale older than the pyramids. That's…
Top Wine Event Alert: Wine Spectator’s Grand Tour Denver 2024
Saturday, May 11, 2024- Sheraton Denver Downtown- Tickets Available! Wine Spectator Magazine is famous for bringing the world’s top-rated wineries to pour at their Grand Tour events. These annual events…
From Ash to Glass: The Charm of Campania's Volcanic Wines
Story by Valentina Phillips Photos courtesy of Campanian wineries Campania, located in southern Italy and often referred to as the "shin" of the country's boot, is celebrated for its breathtaking…
Nine Lesser-Known Wine Regions Worth a Visit
Story by Valentina Phillips Photos courtesy of wine region associations South Moravia - © National Wine Centre Czech Republic South Moravia, Czech Republic While the Czech Republic is renowned for…
Sexy Sangiovese
Sexy Sangiovese Story and Photos by Christopher J. Davies Italy’s most abundant red grapes can be compared to snowflakes, as there are so many variations. Vineyard managers liken Sangiovese to…
Slow Food, Fast Cars
Slow Food, Fast Cars| (*****) Highly recommended By Massimo Bottura and Lara Gilmore This beautifully designed book is actually the work of three authors. World-renowned celebrity chef, restaurateur, art, music,…
Casa Obsidiana
An ultra-premium Tequila with a vinous connection Story by Christopher J Davies, photos supplied by Casa Obsidiana Casa Obsidiana A new tequila brand launches every three days. Many launches are…
Casa Vigil (El Enemigo)
Mendoza, February 2022-Revised Story and photos by Christopher J Davies The recent cold snap in the US has caused me to reflect on warmer times. This story was featured in…