Maybe this is a bit early, but the judging lineup for the 12th annual Critics Challenge International Wine Competition, held in Stay Classy San Diego, has been finalized, and once again I’ll have the honor and pleasure of being one of said critics putting the submitted wines through a GLASS CASE OF EMOTION!!! Previously, the…
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Furmint Adventures Episode 7: Basilicus Winery
We kick off the second half of my Tokaj Furmint adventures this week with a visit to Basilicus Winery, an interesting endeavor that I think qualifies as an “urban” winery in Tokaj terms. They compliment their tiny production of high-quality Furmint with services that include gastronomy tours and oenophile-centric events, encompassing local vinegar and food…
Furmint Adventures Episode 6: Sauska Winery
Peeps! Here’s episode 6 of my Furmint adventures in Tokaj, in which I visit Sauska Winery, and give them grief over their green harvest practices. Ok, so I am sometimes not such a gracious guest. Oh, yeah – I also do a fan dance. Anyway… The wines are excellent, and the scenery typically gorgeous, so…
Furmint Adventures Episode 5: Erzsébet Cellars
In this episode of my Tokaj jaunt, I visit Erzsébet Cellars, where, as you’ll soon see, the concept of family cannot be easily escaped. Good thing they all get along… Hajni Prácser, their Estate Manager who’s interviewed in the video, had this to say about the recent push behind dry Furmint: “This focus on single vineyard…