This week's grape variety hails from Tuscany. It was originally mentioned in conjunction with the vineyards of the Castello di Brolio of Barone Ricasoli. It is said to grow only in Chianti where it adds color and body to Sangiovese based wines. A number of Tuscan producers work with this grape variety. I have had... Continue Reading →
A New Leaf: A New Nation, Hopefully A New European Champion
I saw this double rainbow over Manhattan from a platform in the middle of the Hudson just over a month ago. I now belong to the Manhattan Sailing School and one of the privileges of this "club" is that you can go to a barge in the middle of the river and watch races, drink... Continue Reading →