Tasting Madeira WinesMadeira wines were once the sought after wines of Americans, pre- and post-Revolutionary War. They carried through American culture into our first presidencies and well into the Gilded Era.And then…They disappeared.Last month’s … [Read more...] about A Taste of Time
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A Wine. A Country. And a Story…
In July and August, the city of Philadelphia is usually smothered in a hot, humid heat. With a frequent breeze, the humidity is bearable. But when the air is stale and still, the mid-summer’s days can be suffocating.This is how I imagine the day … [Read more...] about A Wine. A Country. And a Story…
Alluring Aromatic White Wines
Imagine opening a freshly chilled bottle of white wine. The cool condensation covers the bottle. The crisp, yellow color reminds you of the endless amounts of sunshine through these hot summer months. The trickle of cold, white wine is so seductive … [Read more...] about Alluring Aromatic White Wines
Are Wines Bottled with a Screw Cap Good?
Imagine…Going to a party, filled with some of your closest friends and several acquaintances. The host has asked everyone to bring a dish or wine for the group to try. Not really sure what to prepare, you opt for a wine. But then the host tells you … [Read more...] about Are Wines Bottled with a Screw Cap Good?
