If its not a tasting night with samples, usually red Burgundy. China has been almost single-handedly driving the Lafite market, and they are going to become more sophisticated with their wine tastes as they become more familiar with the beverage, and diversification there will help ease the price of the ’05 Lafite over the coming years. MORE >>

The Haitian earthquake of last year sparked him to hold several fundraiser tastings for the nonprofit Partners In Health , which fights disease in impoverished countries and areas around the world. Le Du’s Wines, 600 Washington St – Friday, October 28th, 5 to 8:00pm (212) 924-6999. The nonprofit spends an impressive 94.3% 731 N. MORE >>

While the decision may seem penny-wise for the bean counters at Washington Post (Slate’s parent), it’s pound-foolish to cut an original column with great substance; what are they going to run now, lower-cost, pageview-baiting slideshows? three-part examination of the physiology of taste: “ Am I a Supertaster? MORE >>

The second week was supposed to be relaxing, grilling steaks, burgers and chicken and tasting and reviewing a few wines. Central Coast California Riesling was, lets say different, but a Washington State Riesling from Chateau Ste. Tomorrow I must return to work after a pleasant but hard two week vacation. This one was a bit different. MORE >>

That's the other 47 wine producing States, excluding California, Washington and Oregon. But, that has always been because of the fantastic tasting room and building and lake view from the deck. It was never for the wine which I thought was mediocre, except for the Tocai Friulano, which is the best I tasted outside of Northern Italy. MORE >>