by admin | Nov 18, 2024 | The Wine Explorers Letter, Wine Education
London, England Dear Reader, Today, I write to you from The Griffin, a pub in Shoreditch, not far from the heart of the city, where the world’s bankers shuffle papers and move decimal points. But here, at these sturdy oak tables, the real business of life takes place....
by admin | Nov 17, 2024 | Tasting, Wine Education
Is $5 Woodbridge wine any good? This week, Julien digs into the bargain bin to find out: are Robert Mondavi’s budget wines drinkable? Julien tastes a white, a rosé, and a red and tells us what he likes… and what he doesn’t. If you’re looking for something cheap and...
by admin | Nov 11, 2024 | The Wine Explorers Letter, Wine Education
Paris, France Hello Friends, The best complaint I’ve had about our Wine Explorers Club? It’s got to be Hank’s. This week, as the dust settles from the election frenzy, I find myself thinking about decisions. Not about ballots or voting booths — I can’t...
by admin | Nov 4, 2024 | The Wine Explorers Letter, Wine Education
There’s something about the French approach to dining. It feels like they work carefully on every meal, making it something worth savoring. That’s how Julien and I envisioned your latest French collection. Eight months ago, we sat down to taste our way through...
by admin | Oct 30, 2024 | The Wine Explorers Letter, Wine Education
Ever look at a wine label and feel like you need a translator? Critics toss around numbers — 90, 96, 97 — like they’re all that matters. But here’s the truth: your wine has a crack. Wine, like life, isn’t about chasing perfection. It’s about exploring, trying...
