What’s all the fuss about Italian sparkling wine, specifically Prosecco, Lambrusco, and Moscato d’Asti? The lastest episode of my Wine Without Worry podcast makes a return trip to Italy to find out. My guest is the charismatic Brian Larky, who I last saw on a January press trip with Jarvis Communications. So who is Brian? [More]
Sparkling Spanish Wine: A Trip to Cava Country
Loyal readers will know of my penchant for bubbles, and sparkling Spanish wine is no exception. That’s why I’m really excited to be headed to Spain to check out its contribution to sparkling wine: Cava. I’ll be visiting Segura Viudas (who is the sponsor of this media trip) in Penedès, near Barcelona. And as a [More]
Perucchi Vermouth Gran Reserva Deserves a Hand
I’ve been slightly geeking out on vermouth ever since I tried Imbue, made in Oregon. Which is why it was wonderful to discover (and hold) the distinctly delicious Perucchi Vermouth Gran Reserva. This Spanish vermouth has a finish that reminds me of Amaro, the bitter (in a good way) Italian post-dinner sipper. But the Perucchi [More]
I Finally Get to Know Jameson Irish Whiskey
What, you think this was some self-indulgent post where I talk about myself in the third person? Don’t worry, that’s not gonna happen. (Yet.) I’m talking about Jameson Irish Whiskey, my namesake. What the hell took me so long to get to in touch with someone from the distillery and get the straight (no chaser) [More]
The Initiates: A Comic Artist and a Wine Artisan Exchange Jobs
I’m just going to come out and say it: The Initiates: A Comic Artist and Wine Artisan Exchange Jobs is one of the best books about wine I’ve ever read, period. How could I not be intrigued by the title? When I received an e-mail from publisher Nantier Beall Minoustchine asking if I’d like to [More]
Rare Grapes in a Unique Place: Whidbey Island Winery
The Wine Without Worry podcast rolls on, and this episode has a local flair. Not far from my HQ in Seattle, I take a trip to Whidbey Island Winery, talking with Assistant Winemaker Leah Waaramaki. Ok, Leah actually just showed up at my place and we taped the episode. Though I have visited the winery [More]
Cain Vineyard and Winery: Truth in the Vineyards
A visit to Cain Vineyard and Winery in Napa’s Spring Mountain District was remarkable for many reasons. One, while I had been to Napa a few times prior, I had only visited the valley part of Napa Valley. I had no idea a different world existed once you left the valley floor. After a quick, [More]
Red Wine and Chocolate: A Confession
What are my true feelings about red wine and chocolate? Honest Cooking interviewed me to find out about this topic and all things wine and Valentine’s Day. My favorite wines for Valentine’s Day? I’ll give you a hint: think about what is meaningful to your partner rather than worrying about which type of wine is [More]
