A good friend of mine, who is an expert in cigars, has been very influencial in helping me find new smokes that I’ll enjoy. Cigars are a real crapshoot, because while some might consider one a treasure, others will wonder how this piece of garbage ever hit the market. Sancho Panza’s production line has increased ...
As a beer drinker, you might feel cornered by the neighborhood bullies, Budweiser and Miller. Their aggressive advertising and ubiquity in liquor stores across the nation leave few opportunities for beer connoisseurs to experiment with new brands and tastes. If you know to keep your eyes, ears, and taste buds open, however, you can find ...
The Bandol region of France is one of the oldest in the world. Many of the vines were planted 2,500 years ago by the early Romans. It was also one of the first wines of France to be shipped throughout the world due to the port of Marseille being close. Two hundred years ago it ...
Are you planning on making a scrumptious roast beef in the coming weeks? If so, you may be racking your brain over what wine to serve with the meal. In my experience, well-balanced, red wines with firm, smooth tannins and oak flavorings tend to work well. With that said, here’s a quick rundown on five ...
California is well known for its high quality wines. Environmental and geographical conditions in California are conducive to production of “full-bodied” “oaky” whites, and what many call “full-throttle” reds. A variety of red wine grapes are grown all over California, the major types being Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel. In addition, many other red grapes ...
