The Sun and Shadows of Buenos Aires
From blooming jacarandas to rising prices, a reflection on Buenos Aires today and why Argentine wine still offers a rare window of opportunity.
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Thanksgiving at Gualfín
A Thanksgiving spent at Finca Gualfín in Argentina, with home cooking, shared work, Malbec, and a long table in the Calchaquí Valley.
The Great Turkey Paradox
A Thanksgiving reflection on turkey disasters, gratitude, family traditions, and raising a glass to the moments that truly matter.
Never Be That Guest, Bland Wine Guest
A reflection on Paris snowfall, instinctive cravings, Tacana, the comfort of good wine, and why nothing is worse than being the bland guest at the table.
A Toast to the Simple Things
From a London pub to Paris cafés and American bars, this essay reflects on wine, conversation, and the simple rituals that connect us.
The best complaint
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Introducing Our 2024 French Collection
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] 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…
Your Wine Has a Crack
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.3″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Ever look at a wine label and feel like you need a translator? Critics toss around numbers — 90, 96, 97 — like…
The Sweet Truth About Candy and Cabernet
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Dear Fellow Wine Enthusiasts, With Halloween just around the corner, candy seems to be the talk of the town. I can remember Halloween…
Unknowingly pushing the limits
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Paris, France I’m not one to drive fast. In fact, I usually prefer to take my time, enjoying the journey as much as…