March 30, 2022 – The French Paradox

Spirits & Cocktails, March 31, 2020; Vermouth & Aperitifs

Posted on March 30, 2022 by Peter Wood

Spirit Tasting Vermouth & Aperitif March 31, 2022 5 PM – 7 PM For the uninitiated: vermouth is a fortified wine, mixed with higher-proof alcohol and lots of herbs and spices. These days, the category includes more delicious, characterful, and complex options than ever—from classic Italian and French numbers to contemporary, “craft” versions. An apéritif[…]

Tasting notes, April 2, 2022: Wines of Central Italy

Posted on March 30, 2022 by Peter Wood

Central Italy 2020 Famiglia CotarellaFalesco “Le Poggere” On sale for $9.99 Montefiascone / Italy 50% Trebbiano, 30% Malvasia, 20% RoscettoA modern take on the classic Est! Est!! Est!!! denomination, the Cotarella family fashions this bright, fresh white from a 50-year-old vineyard. 2020 Torre BeatiPecorino Giocheremo con ForiOn Sale for $19.99 Abruzzo / Italy100% PecorinoPecorino is[…]