While recuperating from another ulcer problem, I've been doing very little on the blog and less on the wine tasting. In 1967, fan braved a wind chill of 48 degrees below zero to see the Packers defeat the Cowboys in what would become known as the “Ice Bowl.” Looks like I'll be back in a few days. Recommendations are welcome!!! musing MORE >>

Overall, the tasting was an excellent way to judge overall quality of the region’s wines, and in the case of some older members, a dramatic demonstration of how remarkably quality has improved over the last twenty years. It was curious to discover that according to Mr. Bissoli, every country seems to have a “taste profile.&# MORE >>

And though tonight we are tasting and drinking Mr. Forrester’s wines, the wine list itself has many excellent selections. Chenin Blanc” all the levels of Chenin Blanc were naturally quite good, with the best being the FMC as the fruit is sourced from old (1967) bush vines, with low yields and three to five pickings. 96 Winery Road. MORE >>

At a vertical tasting this week of Quinta de Vargellas dating back to 1958, I asked Adrian Bridge, managing director of the Taylor-Fladgate Partnership, how the economic downturn would affect the company. If you’re interested in assorted tasting notes and reactions, read on! What kind of a vintage port pairs with a recession? MORE >>

Reading about wine may be fun but there’s a lot to be said for tasting it. Many wine stores offer tastings, which are always free in New York and may be the best priced tastings for our times. The main event is the Return to Terroir tasting of 76 biodynamic wine makers from thirteen countries. Stop by and say hi! MORE >>