While I’m partial to big, decadent reds such as Amarones, there are some occasions when only Champagne will do. Whether it’s a confession of infatuation to a new crush, toasting your enduring love or marking one of life’s important milestones, Champagne is de rigueur for most of our celebrations. Maybe it’s…
With all due respect to cherubs, candy hearts and sparkling rosé, I think Valentine’s Day should be more sensual and decadent. It should be indulgent and exotic, perhaps even provocative. Which brings me to my 2015 Valentine’s Day recommendation – the appropriately named K Vintners “The Beautiful” Syrah from Walla Walla,…
I recently had the chance to pop open a new Champagne…or at least one that was new to me. It turned about to be a great apéritif before a large family meal, and seemed to be a real crowd pleaser. Champagne De Margerie à Bouzy Grand Cru Brut is a non-vintage Champagne from Bouzy (one…
Over the Holidays, I had an opportunity to serve a 2011 Odoardi “GB” Giovan Battista vini di Calabria to a group of family and friends – to much appreciation. My wife and I were introduced to this supple red wine at a pre-theatre meal in the Grill Room at The…
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