Parmigiano-Reggiano… The King of Italian Cheese
By Bob Lipinski Parmigiano-Reggiano is one of the most popular cheeses on the planet, with a rich history that dates to 1200, recorded on a notarized deed in Genoa. Parmigiano is made in the provinces of Parma, Reggio Emilia, and Modena, in the northeast region of...
The 2018 Burgundies Have Arrived
By Bob Lipinski Earlier in the month I attended a special “preview” tasting of the 2018 Burgundies imported by Frederick Wildman. Both the reds and whites were showing very well with considerable fruit, acidity, structure, balance, and drinkability. Many of the bigger...
Champagne… The Nectar of the Gods!
By Bob Lipinski Champagne is a region in France about 90 miles northeast of Paris. Sparkling wines made there using the méthode champenoise (champagne-method) are called “Champagne.” Sparkling wines made in other regions of France regardless of how good they are...
Virginia’s Wines are Mighty Fine
By Bob Lipinski With just over 275 wineries within seven grape-growing areas, Virginia ranks fifth in the nation for wine grape production. The first recorded wine production in the United States took place in Virginia soon after the British established a colony there...ABOUT BOB
Bob Lipinski, author of 10 books; writes, consults, and conducts training seminars on Wine, Spirits, and Food and is available for speaking engagements.
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