Shooting for a little subliminal New Years humor as we prepare to POP THE CORKS of bubbly or whatever alcoholic beverage you will be imbibing in this New Years. This picture was taken while enjoying some special wines with good friends while on a business trip in Israel.  Although the differences may appear to be small, [.]. MORE >>

“This is our 579th—and last—&# Tastings&# column. The past 12 years—a full case!—have have been a joy, not because of the wine but because we had an opportunity to meet so many of you, both in person and virtually. Thank you.&#. That was how John Brecher and Dorothy Gaiter concluded their column in today’s WSJ. MORE >>

We poured a lot of random stuff for the holidays, with only one bottle to go around a table of 10, so with very little second tastes, here are some highlights on our holiday: 1993 Dom Perignon ** Vivid gold color, with good vibrance. 2006 Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley ** Deep red rose. Warm nose of fresh red flowers and red licorice. MORE >>

For whatever reason, I received the book About Wine by J. Patrick Henderson and Dellie Rex over two years ago, yet had been too overwhelmed by my wine studies to open anything that wasn't Janscis Robinson or Tom Stevenson. look inside. Not sure if Dellie and I met at an AIWF event or not, yet this is a terrific book and I am so proud of the authors. MORE >>

Had a really tasty New Years Eve Day brunch today, egg whites omelette with havarti cheese and arugula and a sprinkle of white truffle oil paired with a glass of Oregon Firesteed Pinot Gris 2007. Sabatino Tartufi White Truffle Infused Olive Oil is made in Italy, sample provided by Marxfoods. MORE >>