April 7, 2021 – The French Paradox

Explorer Pack #4: Germany – Balance, through the Lens of Riesling and Much More

Posted on April 7, 2021 by Peter Wood

For our first foray outside of France, we have selected the endlessly vast wine landscape of Germany. While best known for the noble Riesling variety, Germany is home to many, many other grapes, each holding their own charm and utility. There are also a number of unique growing regions to be discovered – from the[…]

Finding Bordeaux; My favorite wine, April 7, 2021

Posted on April 7, 2021 by Peter Wood

2016 Chateau La Rame Cadillac Bordeaux Rouge “La Charmille” Regular $32.99 French Paradox $24.99 At first glance, Bordeaux seems like a simple region to understand: the varietals are pre-determined (Merlot, the Cabernets, Petit Verdot, Malbec); the communes and soil types therein are well-understood (Merlot likes clay, Cabernet Sauvignon favors gravel); and the producers of merit[…]