In the wine world, something dramatically new and innovative—“concrete eggs”—actually is as old as winemaking. Continue reading “Egg-shape fermenters”
Category: Recent Columns
Alcohol in cans
Alcohol containers evoke opinions. Beer aficionados debate bottle, can, keg. Wine cognoscenti reflect on nuances of bottles, bags, and cans. You can even deliberate if spirits in glass, plastic, and metals make a difference. Continue reading “Alcohol in cans”
Grape vine cycle
Grape vines were around long before human beings domesticated them. Today, we bend them to our will with trellis systems, pruning, and propagation through cuttings. But their life cycle remains unchanged. Continue reading “Grape vine cycle”
The amazing grape vine
Grape vines are amazing plants. They are gritty survivors. They grow on every continent except Antarctica. They are the highest and best use of agricultural land, especially when planted in wine grapes. Continue reading “The amazing grape vine”
Dirty glasses
Sparkling clean stemware. Vital to vino enjoyment or artifact of wine snobbery? I argue a desire for a clean glass is not a character flaw. Continue reading “Dirty glasses”
Wine ingredient labeling
The great wine label debate begins. Should wineries list ingredients on their labels? Continue reading “Wine ingredient labeling”
July 4th wine strategies
This year we are blessed with a long Fourth of July weekend. Beer may be principal beverage, but with three days to party, wine surely can be part of the fete. Continue reading “July 4th wine strategies”
Wines people like—myth busting
Wine writers have an Achilles heel. When you drink different wines every day and don’t pay for the bottle because makers sent it to you for free, you lose sight of the real world. Continue reading “Wines people like—myth busting”
Father’s Day personality pairings
If wine is in your Father’s Day forecast, guidelines on what to pour based on your father’s personality. Continue reading “Father’s Day personality pairings”
Kosher, mevushal wine
You may notice some wines announce they are kosher, sometimes, kosher mevushal. What does that mean? Continue reading “Kosher, mevushal wine”