The Rapeneau family has been making wine in France for more than a century. This blog post features Château de Bligny, the family’s crown jewel in Champagne.
Shaw-Ross Lineage Wine Tour
An exceptional tasting of wines from 5 family vineyard brands from the Shaw-Ross Lineage Collection, hosted by Hyde Park Gourmet in Cincinnati.
Book Review: Passion for Wine
Book review: Passion for Wine (The French Ideal and the American Dream) by Jean-Charles Boisset and Marnie Old.
Spanish Fiesta y Cata de Vinos
Learn how to make a simple paella and pair a Spanish meal with sparkling, white, red and sherry wines.
Darioush: “Show Your Dreams to Others”
Darioush Khaledi excelled in two careers — construction in Iran and retail grocery in the U.S. — before realizing his dream of buying vineyard property in Napa Valley. The winery, called simply Darioush, is a testament to his determination and character.
Iconic Italian Wine Regions
A short guide to the top wines of Tuscany and Piedmont, plus help navigating Italian wine labels!
Barolo and Barbaresco
The “big B” wines of Piedmont — Barolo and Barbaresco — are among the world’s finest wines.
Tuscan Food and Wine Pairings
What to pair with the Sangiovese-based wines of Montalcino, Montepulciano (and don’t forget Chianti!).
Napa Saved by the Vines
2017 fires devastate Napa Valley. The vines are (mostly) fine; they are great fire retardants. But homes, businesses, entire wineries, and jobs are gone or on the brink.
Barbaresco vs. Barolo: What’s the Difference?
Learn how to compare similarities and differences between the Nebbiolo-based premium wines of Barolo and Barbaresco.