1997 in Tuscany was hailed by many to be the “Vintage of the Century”.   I’ve tasted many 1997’s and while the vintage is certainly spectacular, I think it remains to be seen how it will fare when the history is written.  …

“I don’t even buy Napa Valley Cabernet anymore because the quality wines are $50 and up!” This was the line I overheard at a retailer just last week.  To this I simply say: Rubbish!  And the subject of this report…

Ask anyone to name a wine growing region in central Italy and 90% will name Tuscany. Justifiably so. Very few will name Umbria and fewer than that will give mention to the hilltop town of Montefalco.  That is a shame for…

It’s been cold here the last few days, very chilly in fact.  A good time for fire pits, football, and a hearty meal.  Over the weekend, I roasted some cornish game hens and figured it was a great time to…