To some it will seem odd to read a column about Champagne after New Year’s and the holiday season. (My editor will...
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A Case for Bordeaux
When I think of Bordeaux, I think of rich food, moody shoreline views, manicured Château lawns and wine. But not...
Three Great Champagnes: Bruno Paillard, Alfred Gratien, and Ruinart
There are so many great Champagnes existing today, but sadly, most wine drinkers living outside of the Champagne region in...
A Good Wine Year
This year was a good year in wine for me. I am grateful that I get to travel to wine regions around the world and meet...
Random Musings on the Cocktail
My alcoholic beverage of choice is wine, but I also admit to a fondness for an occasional gin or whisky-based cocktail. (Okay,...
Lenoble’s Champagne for the Ages
DAMERY, France — When Armand-Raphael Graser moved from his native Alsace, France, to the Champagne region in 1915, World...
Best of 2016, Volume I
I’m well aware of the fact that I’ve got the World’s Best Job, and I’d know that even if people...
Vintage Champagne for the Holidays
Celebrations call for Champagne. For centuries, this one wine has launched ships, enlivened parties, heralded peace...
Is It Terroir or National Origin? Burgundy in Oregon
What’s more important in determining wine quality—terroir, or the nationality of the winemaker? Almost...
Profile: Angelo Gaja
During a recent short trip to Piedmont in northwest Italy, I visited four of my favorite wineries. I was going to write...
Fallen Out of Love With Wine? Why Lower Alcohol Wines May Bring You Back
Among the everyday conversations I have about wine, there’s one particular comment I hear on a regular basis that always...
Firriato: A Sicilian Star
“Sicily is a wine continent,” said Federico Lombardo di Monte Iato. “We try to get the best from every...