Mount Etna – The Gods Are Pleased No less than Zeus himself banished Hephaestus, the god of blacksmiths and artisans to the depths beneath Mount Etna. That he remains there today was evident in my visit this past year, the volcano’s smoke plume confirming that the god’s … [Read more...]
Gianni Brunelli Wines – Il Destino del Amore
A Choice Made - Gianni Brunelli was a winemaker of considerable repute in Montalcino, but he was also Laura’s very much loved husband. And when he passed away in 2008, it might have seemed obvious that Laura Vacca Brunelli would take over sole responsibility … [Read more...]
Fun With Scoring
The Pitch - I was recently in a wine shop standing by the “Syrah” section - this particular store grouped some of its wines by varietal rather than country of origin. A couple were next to me carefully going over each “bin” and had selected an Aussie … [Read more...]
Manifesto
This blog celebrates wine. Good to great. Wine in context, not in isolation. It is a blog that unapologetically and unabashedly reflects my views and perspectives on wine. The appreciation of wine is, however, decidedly personal to each of us and I welcome your take on a … [Read more...]
Sheridan Wines
Who Is This Guy? I first noticed that Scott Greer was a remarkable individual when I was standing outside the gates of Chateau Margaux. I was there on a warm spring day in 2012 along with a group of some 20 wine tourists including Scott and his wife, Karen. This was the … [Read more...]