I have recently, for the most part, given up beef. I’m not a vegetarian – far from it. I’m not fighting for some political cause. It’s just that, more and…
Pinot Nero is Italian for Pinot Noir, but the Nero is much more Italian than Pinot. Winemakers in northeastern Italy don’t typically make Pinot in the French style, as most…
This past week, we held the second Sommelier Smackdown catered by L’Oca, the delicious Italian restaurant across the street from the school. Also, for the second time, they provided us…
With all the talk of the 2005 vintage in Bordeaux, this is probably a good time to discuss a few strategies for collecting wine. Because the truth of the matter…
Enjoy this article on Italian wine pairings. We also have a great article on the 10 tips for food and wine pairing. Northern Italy Italy is a country of multiplicity,…
A Perfect Wine & Chocolate Pairing Everyone loves getting fed. You could whip up a three-course meal, but that’s not a quick gift. If you want all the glory without…
