A Taste of Tokaj’s Royal Reserve: Szepsy’s Unforgettable Wine Lineup
If you’ve ever wondered what makes Tokaj’s wines legendary, imagine a lineup where each glass feels like a revelation. A recent tasting at Szepsy, the...
Nerello Mascalese: The Etna Rosso That Defies Expectations
For those who’ve ever wondered what Etna Rosso could taste like without the weight of its reputation, the 2022 Pietro Caciorgna Guardoilvento delivers a...
Chile’s Chardonnay Is Finally Getting Its Moment in the Spotlight
Here’s what you need to know: Chilean Chardonnay, long overshadowed by Sauvignon Blanc, is staging a quiet revolution. While the UK market has long embraced...
Sova: Slavic Flavors, Vintage Vibes, and Wine in Notting Hill
Here’s something to stir your curiosity: A bar where the clink of glasses meets the crackle of vinyl, and every pour is a passport to Eastern Europe. Sova,...
Spain’s Red Wines Are Getting Fresher—Here’s Why
Spain’s red wines are shedding their heavy oak and opulent tannins for a lighter, fresher approach. As global palates shift toward approachable, versatile...
Moldova’s Indigenous Grapes: A Bold Move to Define Global Wine Identity
There’s something brewing in Moldova that’s rewriting the script for its wine industry. For decades, the country’s reputation hinged on volume, but now it’s...
Spring Wine Sales Bloom Around Easter and Passover
Spring is the season of renewal, and for wine lovers, it’s also the season of sales. Easter and Passover are catalysts for a surge in wine purchases, with...
The Rhône’s Quiet Reign at Yapp Brothers’ Tasting
Here’s something to stir your curiosity: At Yapp Brothers’ recent tasting, the Rhône whites weren’t just a highlight—they were a phenomenon. A cluster of...
Wine Clubs Are Lagging as the California Wine Industry Evolves
Jon Wurtzel and Wendy Owen sipped wine at Kivelstadt Cellars in Sonoma in 2022, a moment that captures a broader shift in the wine world. For decades, wine...
Barcelona’s Natural Wines: A Tasting Note on Value and Flaw
Real talk: Barcelona’s natural wine scene is a revelation, and this Xarello from Bacaro is proof. A 100% natural white from Catalonia’s 70-year-old vines,...