Portugal… It’s More than Just Rosé and Port

Portugal… It’s More than Just Rosé and Port

By Bob Lipinski When you mention Portuguese wines, most people think of refreshing summer rosé wines or wonderful Port wines great for colder weather. But Portugal has more to offer than just rosé and port. In fact, some of the greatest wine values in today’s market...
Franciacorta—The Only True Rival To Champagne

Franciacorta—The Only True Rival To Champagne

By Bob Lipinski Franciacorta is a “classic method” sparkling wine made in the province of Brescia in Italy’s northern region of Lombardy. According to its DOCG (1995) regulations, Franciacorta can be made into a white or rosé sparkling wine, which can range from...
The 2017 Burgundies Are Arriving

The 2017 Burgundies Are Arriving

By Bob Lipinski Overall, the 2017 vintage in Burgundy was excellent, providing both high quality and considerable quantity. Both reds and whites have a good fruit-acid-alcohol balance. The whites are excellent; perhaps the best vintage since 2014, with Chablis showing...
The Confusing Language of Wine

The Confusing Language of Wine

By Bob Lipinski “Tasting is the introduction of wine to our senses; sight, smell and taste.”  —Author Unknown With so many buzzwords, terms, phrases, and descriptions about wine being broadcast, spoken, and written about, it’s understandable to be uncomfortable...
Winston Churchill and Pol Roger Champagne

Winston Churchill and Pol Roger Champagne

By Bob Lipinski “I only drink Champagne when in love and when not.” —Christian Pol Roger Pol Roger founded the Champagne house of “Pol Roger” in 1849, in Epernay, France. In the ensuing years, Pol Roger has created a name and reputation as one of finest Champagnes in...
A Quartet of Bordeaux Wines

A Quartet of Bordeaux Wines

By Bob Lipinski “Drinking the right wine at the right time is an art.” —Horace A. Vachell, 1861-1955, English writer There is little in the world more alluring than a glass of red Bordeaux wine. In Bordeaux, centuries of blending mastery combined with a unique terrain...

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