Rare Examples of Courage by Winemakers By Dan Berger Most American wine consumers long ago completely accepted as valid the scores on wines that supposedly identified their quality — almost irrespective of who gave them the scores in which th… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back – you may login here. If … Continue reading “Concept Wines”
Volume XXIV – Issue 4
Our Sad Cola Culture
One aspect of our lead story in this issue is that the topic may not appeal much to readers of basic newspaper wine columns that exalt the succulence of Chardonnays laden with new oak and “blessed” with low acidity. These are basically the wines tha… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back … Continue reading “Our Sad Cola Culture”
Tasting Notes
Exceptional 2016 Reustle Prayer Rock Syrah, Umpqua Valley, Winemaker’s Reserve ($42): There are probably 20 Syrahs in the United States that I consider to be candidates for the best U.S. wine of the variety. Every one of them, I believe, is … Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back – you may … Continue reading “Tasting Notes”
Wine of the Week
Wine of the Week 2018 Bonny Doon Le Cigare Volant, Monterey County, “Cuvée Oumuamua” (red) ($20): In the cool vintage of 2018, which was a serendipitous benefit, Randall Grahm realized that his 34-year love affair with this particular blend red w… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back – you may login … Continue reading “Wine of the Week”
Bargain of the Week
Bargain of the Week 2017 Avalon Pinot Noir, California ($12): About four years ago I wrote something I never should have written. It was a brief diatribe that basically said that no cheap Pinot Noir was worth buying. Not only was it unprofessi… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back – you … Continue reading “Bargain of the Week”