I was thrilled, when I contacted the publisher of Italy’s Native Wine Grape Terroirs (INWGT) by Ian D’Agata, and asked for a…
At a Castle, In a Bunker, Listening to Opera, in the Footsteps of Casanova, Castello Spessa, Collio
Walking the sprawling grounds of Castello Spessa, in Capriva del Friuli, Collio , I was immediately drawn to the path winding…
The Eagle of Collio, Tasting the Aged Pinot Biancos of Russiz Superiore
Looking out at the Julian Alps and Slovenia in the distance from the driveway of Marco Felluga’s Russiz Superiore property,…
Magic at Azienda Agricola Baronesse TACCO, The Farmhouse on a Hill, San Floriano del Collio
There are certain spots, places in the world, that have a magic about them. Standing in these places, the world…
All Roads Lead to Collio, Bianco
I love green places. Collio is one of them. Vineyards interspersed by forests and grass. Time marches on, and…
You Say Rosato, I Say Ramato, The Many Styles of Italian Rosés
Before I get into the gist of this piece, clariying the different styles and names for Italian rosés, I will…
Swartland, A South African Wine Region to Know
Jim Clarke, Marketing Manager for Wines of South Africa, came through Chicago in April 2019 and gave a Masterclass on…
A Little SABA Goes a Long Way!
I write about wine regions and their wines in this space but I love good food and thoughtful wine lists…
The Art of Mentoring, SCS Sommelier Bootcamp 2019
Time continues to fly by, Second City Sommeliers (SCS) Sommelier Bootcamp 2019 took place Sunday March 3 and Monday March 4,…
Can Natural Wine Save the Planet?
Can the Natural Wine Movement help save the Planet? On a positive note to the ending of his new book,…
