On February 10, Sardinia struts its stuff as it hosts the fifth annual Grenaches du Monde … Cannonau takes its place in world of GrenacheRead more
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Château La Nerthe delivers warmth, finesse, and power
Châteauneuf-du-Pape might be the ultimate late autumn comfort wine. At its best, it’s rich, nuanced, and … Château La Nerthe delivers warmth, finesse, and powerRead more
Belfast’s OX treats Irish food with hugs and kisses
We weren’t surprised to eat foie gras and truffles at OX in Belfast, which won its … Belfast’s OX treats Irish food with hugs and kissesRead more
Bravura Navarra wine hits all the high notes
Spain’s D.O. Navarra wine district nestles just east of La Rioja like two lovers spooning in … Bravura Navarra wine hits all the high notesRead more
Bargain reds from Lafite ward off the fall chill
It’s almost scary how we start craving heavier meals the moment that there’s a nip in … Bargain reds from Lafite ward off the fall chillRead more
Ontario wine country becomes a world player
Meeting Magdalena Kaiser of Wine Country Ontario during our recent visit to Toronto was a real … Ontario wine country becomes a world playerRead more
Valori wines show strong organic backbone
“When you grow completely organically,” says Luigi Valori of Azienda Valori in Abruzzo, “an interesting thing … Valori wines show strong organic backboneRead more
Christo’s Floating Piers rise like Franciacorta bubbles
For 16 days in late June and early July, the artist Christo let art-lovers walk on … Christo’s Floating Piers rise like Franciacorta bubblesRead more
Drinks rival meals during Lexus Gran Fondo
As wine and Champagne flowed throughout the weekend of the Lexus Gran Fondo, summer cocktails on … Drinks rival meals during Lexus Gran FondoRead more
Paso Robles wine comes into its own
Paso Robles has a frontier spirit. Located about halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, the … Paso Robles wine comes into its ownRead more