Tag Archives: Wine Spectator

Drink, lessons on storing and laying wine down!

Beautiful wine cellar, no  it is not mine, wishful thinking.  Before moving into a condo I had a self-made cellar in my home.  Being in the wine industry for many years I collected many fine and rare bottles.  Most wine makers … Continue reading

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Sette Ponti Oreno 2006

This Super Tuscan is simply a delight.  In the heart of Chianti, this wine is a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, dark fruits, cassis, spice, sweet oak, great structure and balance finishing with firm tannins. WS 96 points. Oh how I … Continue reading

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Tools for learning about wine

When I first started in the business every week or two I would go to a bookstore and purchase any possible book I could find on wine.  My employer at the time offered classes and seminars, which I took full … Continue reading

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