Philly’s Restaurant Scene, Circa 2012
Nostalgia for Philly Chefs Long before the pandemic, the Philly food scene was tumultuous. A lot of the great chefs from the early oughts were crashing and burning. The financial crisis …
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The Tasting Room that Died
How to Make a Million Dollars in Wine Many million-dollar ideas end up costing $10 Million to achieve. That’s typical logic for you in the wine trade. After years of hard work… you …
Pillar Box 2007 Red, Australia
Compared to Yellow Tail, this is the height of sophistication. Of course, that’s like saying Jessica Simpson is classier than Pam Anderson. This wine is pure silly fun, but it’s the …
Dessert & Sparkling Wine Reviews
Seven sparkling & dessert wines for your holiday splurges! For more, we strongly recommend signing up for a wine tasting class (we do in-person and virtual) or signing up for our …
Sicilian Wine Reviews
A few of our favorite wines from our trips to Sicily.Gambino ViniThe Gambino winery sits in the shadows of Mount Etna near Linguaglossa, its terraced vineyards sloping toward the ring of …
Finca de Arantei 2006 Albariño, Rias Baixas
From the sweet spot of Spain’s Albariño production in the country’s northwest comes this crisp, gently melony white that will work with anything from softshell crab to simple chicken dishes. And …
d’Arenberg 2004 “The Stump Jump” Red
Some may call this a Rhone blend, some may call it a GSM, but many will call it wonderful. Yeah, that was way too corny. Onwards: this is a “must-have” cheapie …
Domaine Henry Fessy 2007 Morgon
Take everything you ever thought about Beaujolais and put it aside. This Beaujolais Cru is a standout, with structure, fruit, and terroir to burn. $13.99, and a blockbuster for the price.
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William Cole “Albamar” Chardonnay, Chile A touch of cinnamon, ginger, and allspice on the palate, along with some exotic fruits. Remains fresh and bright and crisp, like an Asian pear. Not …
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Bodega Quo “Plumia” Dry Moscatel Here’s an odd duck from the Aragon region of Spain. The Muscat grape is traditionally made into a sweet fortified wine, but it’s fermented until dry. …
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Elegant & Pretty These are wines that play well with others, and oft en work exceptionally well at the dinner table. Cave des Vignerons Saumur ChampignyLively and delicate, this wine offers …
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For a new edition, you can register here: Wine Review Newsletter Veramonte Primus It’s always a lovely red from Colchagua Valley in Chile. A very high-quality red with fine currant, mineral, …
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For a new edition, you can register here: Wine Review Newsletter Rocca di Frassinello Poggio alla Guardia An unoaked Merlot/Cabernet blend from Tuscany. Roast plums and chocolate with dusty tannins. Delicious …
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Prices and Availabilities are for Pennsylvania. To find these wines in a shop near you, click here: The Wine Finder. Also, check out our Wine 101 classes. R Wines “First Class” …
Budweiser is taking on Philly Craft Brews
Philadelphians are buying more craft beer than ever, but the region’s brewmasters are bracing for the biggest name in beer to move into town. Anheuser-Busch InBev, the maker of Budweiser products …
To Cork or Not To Cork (Book Review)
To Cork or Not To Cork The market for wine-bottle closures is a $4 billion battlefield where an epic confrontation is now taking place. George Taber, from To Cork or Not …