Author Archives: The Vine Guy

The game of champions is upon us this weekend, and since I do not have a proverbial dog (or Colt or Panther) in the upcoming football fight, I have been trying to find a theme to rally around. And then … Continue reading →

The leaves are completely striped off of the trees and the outside temperature is falling faster than a soccer player faking an injury. The nip in the air signals that it’s time to break out the wool sweaters and big … Continue reading →

Americans just don’t drink enough Champagne, which is why I love this time of year. It gives me an excuse to shout (or write) all about the wonderful versatility that Champagne has to offer. And as Mark Twain was fond … Continue reading →

I will never understand why so many wine lovers resist popping the corks on bottles of sparkling wines or Champagne just for the heck of it. After all, most bubblies are incredibly versatile and pair well with a variety of … Continue reading →

The holiday season is in full swing and the pressure is on to find just the right gift for friends and family members on your shopping list. And if that special someone is a wine lover, well, there can be … Continue reading →

Americans have a sweet tooth. We crave donuts, candy bars and nearly every conceivable flavor of ice cream. So it’s surprising that many wine consumers have ignored dessert wines. CLICK HERE to READ this week’s column

For those of you who have wondered, “Does he really smell and taste all of that stuff in the wine?” Well, some of you recently had a chance to find out. A couple of weeks ago, I led a wine … Continue reading →