Dec 21, 2016

An end of year podcast to help you figure out stuff like: What wine to gift if you're on a budget, or not, what defines a "special" occasion, how to get the host to open the wine you bring, plus quick Christmas pairings & options for New Year's bubbles! 

Show notes:

• Wine is an ideal last-minute gift -- don't get...

Dec 14, 2016

Sometimes I need a hearty, fruit filled, bone-warming wine to sip on. And when the weather is cool, that’s often all I’ll grab. But after I’ve downed big reds from warm places around the (mostly NEW) world with higher alcohol that will make me feel warm, I’m left wanting a little something with more complexity....

Dec 6, 2016

Pfalz is the region for you if you have the question: How do I get into German wine If I hate sweet stuff?

Overview:

• Pfalz is an important region in terms of quantity and quality. It's one of the most promising German wine regions for Riesling and Spätburgunder (Pinot Noir)
• In Western Germany, Between Rhine and lower...