Latest Columns
18Jan
HIDDEN BENCH WINERY PROFILE
Hidden Bench Winery: This high quality winery was founded in 2003 by the owner, Harald Thiel. Located in the heart of the Beamsville Bench sub-appellation of Niagara, Hidden Bench focuses…
04Oct
CALIFORNIA vs BORDEAUX TASTING REPORT
Comparative blind tasting of Napa Valley reds versus Crus Classés from Bordeaux always attract wine aficionados. As is often the case such blind tastings often reveal surprising results. This high…
05May
TASTING REPORT: BORDEAUX 2018
Many French wine regions excelled in 2018. The Bordeaux region is one of the major success stories of this sun soaked vintage. This hot growing season produced ripe concentrated reds…
Latest Suggestions
30Nov
Occultum Lapidem 2019 Côtes du Roussillon, Chapoutier
A lovely blend of Syrah (50%), Grenache (40%) and Carignan (10%) that comes from the village of Latour de France in Roussillon. Crafted at Domaine de Bila-Haut, this charming organic…
22Nov
A64 2008 Salento Rosso, Cosimo Taurino
A lovely rosso offering the rare occasion to enjoy an evolved wine surfing on its maturity plateau. From the Salento district in Puglia, this interesting blend of Negroamaro (85%) and…
16Nov
Pinot Noir 2021 Central Coast, Calera
The fan of Pinot must try this charming version from Central Coast. Perfect for the Holiday season: as a gift, or for the classic turkey dinner! This lovely Pinot brims…