The last year or two have (or is that has?… screw it, whatever) seen the advent of some great new publications that focus on adult beverages (there may be other publications focusing on other adult topics, but we’re not going to go into them here…). Many of these new kids in town are taking a…
Serve or Die: The Importance of Wine Service in Today’s Economy
The economy is in the toilet. Not exactly a news flash, right? So why does it seem to be such a revelation to wine bars, restaurants, an wine tasting rooms that they are in a battle for their very survival in this economic crisis? I say revelation because so few of the ones that I…
3 Truths from the 10th Annual Open That Bottle Night 2009 (a Recap)
Those (recently hungover) of you who took part in the 10th Annual Open That Bottle Night may still be wallowing in the glorious, albeit headache-riddled post-celebratory vibe of having enjoyed a special bottle of wine for no particular reason at all. That’s right, baby – we opened it up, and drank it all… just because…
Weekly Twitter Wine Mini-Reviews Round-up for 2009-02-28
NV Barefoot Bubbly Brut Cuvee (CA): You could do a lot worse in a sparkler for <$10. Apple dominates. Refreshing, and very uncomplicated. # 06 Waters Crest Cabernet Franc Reserve (North Folk, LI): Tangy blackberries on wet grass. With a side of green peppers. But a little too $$. # 06 Washington Hills Cabernet Sauvignon…