Doug Cook, founder of the amazing wine search engine AbleGrape, is smart guy. A really smart guy; as in, instantly-doubles-the-IQ-of-the-room-when-he-walks-in-no-matter-how-many-people-are-there smart. His intelligence level is matched only by his largesse, especially when it comes to sharing wines from his extensive and impressive cellar. That generosity was on full display at the recent Pro Wine Writers…
Weekly Twitter Wine Mini Reviews Round-Up For March 19, 2011
08 Emiliana Coyam (Colchagua): 8 red varities, 1 vineyard, 2 oak profiles, a ton of dark red fruits, & just touches of grit & green. $32 B+ # 09 Emiliana Novas Carmenere/Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua): Herbs, red fruit, spices, pepper, and a lot of sexiness. Needs 3-4 yrs. $15 B # 10 Emiliana Natura Chardonnay (Casablanca):…
No Limits, No Excuses: Trinchero Goes For Broke
As in, almost literally going for broke, because I don’t think they’re actually profitable yet. And that’s just fine with the people footing the bills. Sounds nuts but it will all make sense in minute. Or three… What would you do if you went to work every day with almost no limitations? Tools, money, ideas…
1WineDude TV Episode 29: Certifiable (or “How–and Which–Wine Certifications Really Matter”)
Do wine certifications really matter? And which ones give you the most bang for the buck? Watch to find out (well, to find out my views on it, anyway). The moral of the story: experience trumps all, but certs. are a great way to enhance experience, gain knowledge, and help build that all-important network. Mentioned…