Wine in a Red Plastic Cup
A relaxed Super Bowl wine guide focused on easy, forgiving bottles that work in crowded rooms, loud moments, and long game days.
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Can’t Trust Netflix With My Time
A reflection from Paris on time, attention, conversation, and why choosing carefully matters, in wine and in life.
How Is Argentina Doing?
A reflection on Argentina today, how narratives shift before reality, and why context, culture, and wine matter more than headlines.
If You Invite Me Over, I’ll Bring Something Dangerous
A personal year end reflection on the wines worth bringing when it matters, bottles shaped by place, patience, and quiet craftsmanship.
Why You Should Chill Your Red Wine – A Winemaker’s Guide
Should you chill your red wine? Julien Miquel explains why a few minutes in the fridge can unlock freshness and flavor, transforming your next glass.
Go Ahead. Try to Fake This One.
A reflection on Thanksgiving, trust, and why real wine, made by real people, still carries meaning at the table and beyond.
When the Rubber Smell Does Not Lie
A blown tire becomes the opening chapter of a journey through Argentina’s Calchaquí Valley, where winemakers live by patience, not shortcuts.
The Fourth Color of Wine: The Curious Case of Orange Wine
Orange wine — the mysterious “fourth color” of wine — blends ancient technique with modern taste. Discover how it’s made, how it tastes, and why it’s back in style.
Discover Three Unique Spanish Wines from the Heart of Castile
Part 2 of the six bottle Spanish Collection features three unique wines from Castile, made from old vines and rare heritage grapes.
The Case for Magic in Wine: Presence Over Perfection
The case for magic in wine isn't about perfection. It’s about showing up, embracing surprises, and letting meaning outweigh mechanics.