In a perfect world, wines would be labeled “Good, Cheap Red Wine” and “Great, Expensive White Wine.” But we live in America, where marketing reigns and often lures people to the dark side. But with a little label savvy, buying great wine can be an experience that exercises ... Read More »

I have a confession; I’m a portaholic. Deliciously thick, sweet, sultry port wine is really quite addicting. Those who don’t understand might turn up their noses and suck down more cabernet, but port deserves some attention. It’s a wine for all seasons and occasions — winter ... Read More »

Location, location, location. It applies to land deals and French wine alike. In the 1930s, a prescient French government organization called Appellation d’Origine Contrôllee (“area of controlled origin”) proclaimed certain areas better to grow grapes worthy of praise. Only 15 percent ... Read More »