Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Armay Vineyard 2025 Cabernet Franc Blanc
A perfect summer activity in Los Angeles is attending a concert at the Hollywood Bowl. This past weekend, I went to the opening-night concert, an...
24 June, 2026
Andreola: Valdobbiadene DOCG Wines That Speak of Place
Prosecco is typically thought of by style - fresh, fruity, and easy to enjoy. But in the hills of Valdobbiadene in northern Italy, it can...
23 June, 2026
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Cairjn Wine Cellars 2024 Assyrtiko, Paso Robles Geneseo District
I remember the first time I discovered Assyrtiko while traveling in Santorini. I was fascinated by how compelling the grape could be. So, with the...
17 June, 2026
Finally, a Solution for My Spotty Wine Glasses: the Clear360 Glassware Polisher
If you know me, you know I have A LOT of wine in my home. But with all of the wine bottles, I also have...
16 June, 2026
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Taboadella Villae White 2023, Dão, Portugal
Encruzado is one of my favorite white grapes. Grown in Portugal’s Dão region, it produces wines that are fresh, mineral-driven, and structured, often reminding me...
10 June, 2026
A Rare Tasting with Sea Smoke Winery and the Return of Botella
In the world of California Pinot Noir, few names carry the same cult-like reputation as Sea Smoke Winery. While collectors can get their hands on...
09 June, 2026
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Post & Vine 2019 Carignane, Sandy Lane Vineyard, Contra Costa County
Post & Vine produces Carignane from three different vineyards, each with its own personality and sense of place. This week, I chose the Contra Costa...
03 June, 2026
Nizza in a Glass: The Story of Frasca La Guaragna
In Piemonte, Italy, the three best-known red grapes are Barbera, Dolcetto, and Nebbiolo. Of course, of those three, Nebbiolo is "king" and Barbera has long...
02 June, 2026
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Langhart & Hill 2023 Ka-Le Malvasia Bianca, Dry Creek Valley
Malvasia is not a single grape but a large family of ancient varieties with a long and storied history in Europe. Within the diverse Malvasia...
27 May, 2026
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Steven Kent 2024 Rock Cabernet Franc, Morgensen Family Vineyard, Livermore Valley
Cabernet Franc has long had a champion in the Livermore Valley, and that champion is Steven Mirassou. I’ve written about his dedication to this grape...
20 May, 2026