Five Expressions of 2013 Cru Barolo
Known as the “wine of kings and the king of wines” Barolo is one of the most prestigious wines in Italy. We say it as...
31 January, 2023
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Sojourn Cellars 2021 Pinot Noir, Sangiacomo Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
It has been a few years, but Sojourn Cellars in Sonoma returned to LA this past weekend for their release party. As my friend works...
25 January, 2023
A day for Cab Franc (and Cardinal Richelieu)
Every wine grape has a holiday so it is no surprise that Cabernet Franc has its day. December 4th is Cabernet Franc Day in honor...
24 January, 2023
Please The Palate Pick of the Week: Wine and Tapas with Bodega Colomé Winemaker Thibaut Delmotte at the Cara Cara Rooftop at the Proper Hotel Downtown LA
I braved the traffic of Los Angeles to head downtown this week. It took more than an hour and a half to drive 10 miles,...
21 January, 2023
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Etnyre Wines 2018 Syrah, Quin’s Vineyard, San Luis Obispo County
Ever since the movie Sideways put Pinot Noir on the map, people have been saying that Syrah would be the next big thing. But for...
18 January, 2023
Discovering Italy’s Marche region with Il Conte Villa Prandone
I have traveled to Italy many times and visited many regions. One region I have yet to visit is the Marche. But after tasting the...
17 January, 2023
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Unti Vineyards 2021 Vermentino, Dry Creek Valley
Looking for a vibrant, fresh, deliciously drinkable wine? Try Vermentino! A light-bodied white wine, Vermentino primarily grows in Italy, in Sardinia, Liguria (where it is...
11 January, 2023
Drinking with Intention with Ace of Cups Wine and Crystal Ritual Experience
Whether it is the start of a new year when we set our goals for the year or just an average day of the year,...
10 January, 2023
Please The Palate Wine of the Week: Champagne Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru and an eco-friendly Champagne bucket
Toasting a new year, we all think about how we want the new year to look and we make conscious and unconscious resolutions. One resolution...
04 January, 2023
Please The Palate January 2023 Newsletter
Happy New Year! Wow! How is is possible that 2022 has passed already!?!?! Each year seems to fly by faster and faster. As I look...
03 January, 2023