John McDermott, Author at Wine Review Online

Tasting the Wine-Space Continuum through Extradimensional Wines

by John McDermott | November 27, 2024

Most of the wine world places a premium on typicity these days–that is, the notion that a wine should express...

by John McDermott | October 12, 2024

The most famous of brandies is likely Cognac–a drink whose very name conjures up images of wealthy, well-dressed, cigar-smoking men...

by John McDermott | July 3, 2024

Sangiovese, the quintessential Tuscan grape, is enjoying a resurgence after spending a decade flying under the radar. In the decades...

by John McDermott | April 23, 2024

As I wrote in my last piece, “Uncorking Value: Where to Find Outstanding Wines Without Breaking the Bank,” truly quality...

by John McDermott | March 15, 2024

The struggle any wine lover eventually encounters is a palate that exceeds their budget. It happens inevitably. Unlike beer, where...

by John McDermott | December 15, 2023

I’ve written previously on my personal love of aged wines and how anyone can explore this wondrous world, even on...

by John McDermott | November 1, 2023

Mike Dunn doesn’t mince words. He’s a straight-shooter who tells you how he feels. It’s a trait that he shares...

by John McDermott | September 27, 2023

Developing a broad wine list is easy; developing a well-curated wine list is a feat. Pascaline Lepeltier’s Chambers manages to...

by John McDermott | August 23, 2023

One of my “ah-ha” moments in wine occurred when I had my first sip of a beautiful, mature wine. It...