Volume XXII – Issue 25

By Dan Berger When discussing the great myths embedded within the wine culture, for me there is none greater than those that are related to wine evaluations that ignore the most crucial issues. Such as balance, varietal integrity, and personali… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back – you may login here. If … Continue reading “Rating Wine Using Points”

A newspaper wine reviewer often uses the word “tasty” to refer to excellent wines. But is tastiness justification for a praiseworthy comment? Indeed, for most savory wines, it rarely is. Just think in terms of classic Sancerre, young Barolo, Dr… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back – you may login here. If … Continue reading “Is a Tasty Wine a Good Wine?”

In the late 1980s, I received – unsolicited – samples of some newly imported wines from Chile. Several different brands arrived over several months, most of which I had never heard of before. Most of the wines were priced between $5 and $8 a bottl… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back … Continue reading “Chile Redux?”