Ask a confirmed lover of red Burgundy what he thinks about California Pinot Noir, and you’re likely to be met with a raised eyebrow and a sniff. Burgundy aficionados know what they like and typically believe that all other wines…
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Over a Barrel: Why the Source of the Oak Matters
You may know Vosges as one of the most indulgent brands of chocolate on planet Earth. Since I’m a wine geek, I also know Vosges as one of the five primary forests in France where most of the trees are…
Tagged with: American oak in wine, French oak in wine, French oak versus American oak
Posted in Wine Cellar Notes
Posted in Wine Cellar Notes
The Fascinating History of Wine in 338 Words
For as long as there has been a recorded history of mankind, there has been a recorded history of wine. As soon as human beings gained an appreciation for the finer things in life, wine was considered one of those…
Red Wines at the ‘Right’ Temperature for Fall
With fall approaching, many of us will be drinking more red wine more often. After a summer of imbibing mostly well-chilled whites, the ol’ palate is ready for some soul-warming reds — wines that will go with the more hearty…
