Champagne
Guest blogger, and winemaker par excellence, Jeremy Seysses reports on his recent trip to Champagne. A few weeks ago, Diana and I joined Etienne de Montille and Christy Canterbury …
New Zealand
This was a gift from a very generous friend (if you are in town, lunch again? I’m feeling a lot better), I was extremely pleased to notice its alcohol …
Drivel
Well, for two days leave, at least. If all is well I’ll report back to the bin on Wednesday morning and get discharged. I’m feeling pretty good. Over these …
Drivel
Hooray! I’m out of the bin for another 70 minutes, and I just want to share some food porn with you. Go here.
United States
I’ve been let out of the bin for three hours escorted leave; the partner is making sure I am not doing anything bad. Not that I would, as I …
Drivel
Tonight I am drinking a couple of margaritas, the perfect recipe is here. This means no posts tonight. And none for a while, I’m afraid. Tomorrow I will see …
Drivel
I managed to talk my way out of a trip to the bin, which is good, and I have medication to cheer me up. And if it doesn’t cheer …
Drivel
I’m seeing the doctor this afternoon. If he knows what I’ve done to myself he’ll lock me up, but there is a chance I can stay out. If I …
United States
This is one of the best US wines I’ve tasted. Quite old world-y, if we are honest. Espirit de Beaucastel 2004, Tablas Creek Vineyard This is meaty and herbal; …
Rhône
A lovely gift from two lovely friends. Cote-Rotie 2001, Bernard Burgaud This is a bit reductive and meaty, hopefully some air will make it blossom a bit. Yes it …
