Why We Can’t Say Wine Makes Us Happy
A reflection on honest wine language, tasting notes, and why wine was always meant to be shared, not analyzed.
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Wine, Fame, and the First Sip
From Sancerre and Taylor Swift to Sideways and Messi, a reflection on wine in culture and how we truly discover bottles.
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.
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.