Last week we heard about baboons who give Chardonnay a thumbs up. This week we learn that cougars like Merlot! If they are on ABC’s Cougar Town , that is. Also, pouring wine should be done to the rim, apparently. Of note: Sheryl Crow played a sales rep at wine distributor in Wednesday night’s episode. Say it ain’t so, Ms. MORE >>

Lazy Lady Farm in Vermont is Laini Fondiller's life's work. Located in Westfield Vermont, not far from the Canadian Border, Fondiller's farm is off-the-grid. Yes, that means that the electricity that is used on the farm is generated by solar panel and wind generators. Fondiller does mostly everything herself, from milking to washing the rinds. MORE >>

so it's not often that one has dinner in a space that was formerly a stable. If you love and collect Pinot Noir and grower champagne you already know the Wasserman name, as she brings exciting wines to thirsty palates in New York and all over the world with her husband Russell and son Peter. IMG becky and visitor. MORE >>

Last week, Caitlin and I met at her favorite wine bar–Xicala. Where the Albariño Burgas is fruity and light. We had much to talk about, so I drank without notes. Emerging from the darkness of long winter months, we sipped rosé and saw light. Rosé–pink, delicious, and spring–by a window on Elizabeth Street. MORE >>

Eric Asimov has a long piece in today’s NYT about small wine shops. He highlights a number of local, independent shops mostly around New York City. If you are familiar with our map of NYC wine shops , then you knew about virtually every store in his story already! Hit the comments with faves in your area. love a good, small wine shop. MORE >>