Tag: France
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Getting to Know You: Petit Manseng
A rare variety, Petit Manseng originates from southwest France, most famously, the Jurançon region, at the base of the Pyrenees Mountains. Often undergoing desiccation, the grape’s sugars and flavors concentrate on the vine, producing a sweet nectar once used to baptize a king. It is often blended with other rare varieties, notably Gros Manseng, to…
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Vegas Vino: Drinking Wine in Sin City
People travel to Vegas to gamble, see a show, eat amazing food, and indulge. They don’t go to Vegas to drink wine. I didn’t see one cool, modern, well-stocked wine bar, yet Vegas has twice as many Master Sommeliers as New York City. Vegas is a mix of high-rollers willing to spend $2,000 on a…
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Turkey Time: Three Alternatives to Pinot Noir for Thanksgiving
Oh yes, now is the time for you to buy the most important part of Thanksgiving dinner – the wine, of course! Why not start there and build your meal around what’s in your glass? Pinot Noir is a classic pairing with turkey. Here’s a little bit beyond the obvious. Darting Pinot Meunier, Trocken Durkheimer…