Month: May 2019
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Forbes Article: Rioja Alavesa: Going Its Own Way
The Rioja region in northern Spain has historically classified wines based on cellar treatment, rather than vineyard or village designation. A consortium within the northern sub-region of Rioja Alavesa seeks to change this by lobbying Rioja’s Consejo Regulador to alter their labeling laws, threatening to form their own DO if Rioja does not comply. What […]
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Celebrating Biodynamic Viticulture And The Beauty Of The Languedoc With Gérard Bertrand #Winophiles
As concern grows globally about impacts of climate change, viticultural practices take center stage in many wine focused conversations. Pros and cons of sustainability, organic, and biodynamic farming are weighed heavily throughout the wine community in whispers and roars. For winemaker, Gérard Bertrand, who has been farming biodynamically for 16 years in France’s Languedoc region, […]
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Forbes Article: IPNC – Come For The Wine, Stay For The Food
Each July, wineries from around the globe descend upon Willamette Valley to celebrate Pinot Noir at the International Pinot Noir Celebration – IPNC But foodies take note, this wine-filled weekend is heaven for food lovers as well. Check it out in my latest Forbes.
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Forbes Article: Santa Barbara Chardonnay And Pinot Noir Are Made By the Ocean
Santa Barbara County, specifically Sta Rita Hills and Santa Maria Valley, are producing some amazing Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. Greg Brewer, winemaker Brewer-Clifton, suggests the ocean gives voice to the wines. Learn more in my Forbes latest.
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