Tag Archives: Jancis Robinson
A Grape for all Reasons
Chardonnay The pendulum of business paradigms seems to swing from diversification to core strength. Businesses divest themselves faster than a 70’s-stadium streaker, only to swing back to another acquisition spree with all the ferocity of a Black Friday shopper. … Continue reading
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Here, Puss-Puss
Sauvignon Blanc I’ve always kept my distance from bees, especially on hot summer days. It seemed the more sweltering the temperatures, the more menacing their mood. It wasn’t until we moved across the proverbial pond and a couple of latitude … Continue reading
Le ‘Foot’
Gewürztraminer The first time Mad Dog and I had ever sampled a French Gewürztraminer, we had to call over our very French maitre d’, Grégoire, to ask whether the wine had gone bad. The aroma was so pungent, we weren’t … Continue reading
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Diamond in the Rough
First Know Your Grape Around late September, on warm and sunny autumn afternoons, the open markets of Europe’s wine growing regions feature tables piled high with Muscat grapes. The air is so thick with their sweet grapey perfume, you could … Continue reading
the Singing Sommelière 