by Keith S Wallace | Featured
The Gabbiano Castle has been a focal point in Tuscany since the 12th century. Being between the rival towns of Sienna and Florence, it was more often about war, not wine. Here’s a section from a 19th-century account of medieval warcraft: Fulminato da dieci... by Keith S Wallace | Featured
In this week’s episode of Philly Who? I sat down for a deeply personal interview with Kevin Chemidlin, the podcast’s host. This is unlike any other interview I’ve done in the past 20 years of running the wine school. It goes deep into my past,... by Keith S Wallace | Featured
The wine industry just wouldn’t be the same if it weren’t for some of the fantastic blogs we had access to today. Whether it is to inform us about serious wine matters or to relate better to new-wine-lovers, there is something out there for everyone.... by Keith S Wallace | Featured
This is a small wine region that most wine maps forget to include (I’m talking to you Wine Folly). That’s not unexpected, actually, as there are hundreds of tiny and obscure wine regions that don’t make the cut. Ribera del Jucar is next to the more... by Keith S Wallace | Featured, Wine Reviews
50% OFF BOGO SALE For the rest of September, get a 50% off coupon for any class, up to $250 in value. Purchase any upcoming class or course, and the 50% off coupon code will be emailed to you immediately. This is the best sale we’ve ever put on in a long time,... by Keith S Wallace | Featured, Portuguese Wine Reviews
Portuguese Wines There is evidence of wine production in what is now Portugal since the time of the Tartessians, who planted vines in the Sado and Tagus valleys around, at least, 2000 BC. Later, Phoenicians, Romans, and Celts contributed to the expansion of the... 