Sometimes, regardless of the time spent in actual transit, one must jump on the chance to explore a new city. When I learned that I could go to Montreal for a lengthy day and a half, I had my bag packed in minutes and a passport in hand. I have wanted to see Montreal for … Continue reading
Preparing for my in-store tasting last night featuring Bordeaux, I thought to pair them with a few cheeses, when it occurred to me that I had no idea where to start. Nothing came naturally to my palate’s memory that quite made sense. I apparently was not alone, as I learned when I decided to ask … Continue reading
Best to follow a slam session with a side of optimism. A lot of hype is coming about for the 2009 Bordeaux. Are people blowing it out of proportion, taking a decent vintage to another level simply to up the prices and gain back all that was hindered in the last few years? Well, the … Continue reading
(Deep breath. My most daring, opinionated leap yet…) I’ve tallied the votes, and the verdict seems clear… I am greatly outnumbered by those who would disagree with my unfavorable opinion of the 2008 Bordeaux vintage. But how could this be? My palate may overlook a detail or two—a hint of lavender or a touch of … Continue reading
Following the last week of the 97th Tour de France, I was thrilled to set my eyes (and lips) upon one of the most famous wine regions in the world: Bordeaux. Not only that, but my manfriend and I had the rare pleasure to tour and dine with Jean-Charles Cazes—son of the owner of the … Continue reading
