I was surprised to find the St. Laurent grape grown in the Napa Valley, since I usually encounter it only in Austria. In fact this wine is made from the grapes of one single vineyard in Napa.  The wine has heady, sharp, boysenberry aromas and a bright flavor, light and …

PRODUCED BY: Black Stallion Estate Winery This wine is best served as an aperitif, with a very slight chill (under 70 F) and decanted or aerated. A pretty reserved wine, I found no real exuberant fruit – or even heat, despite it being 15 % alcohol. The first whiff shows …

Beaulieu Vineyard follows a meticulous winemaking process under the close eye of Beaulieu Vineyard’s winemaker Jeffrey Stambor, who has been working at the vineyard since 1989. The vineyard, which initially was founded on one ranch in 1901 has expanded to include 1,100 acres of estate vineyards. Today, Beaulieu Vineyard is …

VIK Vineyard offers visitors and imbibers an unparalleled wine experience in Chile’s Millahue Valley. Upon arrival at VIK Vineyard, guests are welcomed by an unmatched natural setting, only enhanced by the two visually arresting structures: Viña Vik retreat, and the VIK Winery. These exist in perfect harmony with the stunning …

Ever since the Judgement of Paris in 1976, California has built itself an exceptional reputation for high-quality wine. But there are some wineries that have carried that name even further, with limited production and outstanding quality that has people from all around the world fighting to get just a single …

Heaven’s Door Distillery is delighted to introduce their highly anticipated release, the Heaven’s Door Decade Series II Straight Rye. This extraordinary expression is scheduled to hit the shelves in June of 2023, captivating whiskey enthusiasts with its unparalleled craftsmanship and distinctive flavor profile. With a price tag of $99, it offers …

The White Lotus: Drinking in Italy…and Not Just the Wines (Although Etna Plays a Major Role) Now may be the worst time to go to Sicily. Although we will all be tempted to get there by the summer thanks to the dramatic and stunning land and seascapes brought to the …

The Fifth Cup is a liqueur crafted from figs, apricots, dates, almonds and pistachios. Since Righteous Road Craft Spirits uses kosher sugar cane distillate for their two Fifth Cup liqueurs, owner David Hermelin released his liqueur with Kosher certification in 2021. Kosher spirits are often made from kosher, wheat-based distillate, …

Made by the oldest wine co-operative in France, this golden-rose colored wine proves the ageability of pinot blanc. The wine’s aroma of honey-ripe and dried apples brings the change of seasons into sharp focus: a gentle transition from late summer to early autumn. This wine has a lovely textured mouthfeel, …

Dohba Mezcal was created by Maestro Mezcalero, Don Manuel Gonzalez in the Oaxacan Mixteca region of Mexico. The process starts with ripe pineapples of maguey espadin agaves, which are harvested after 9 to 12 years. They are cooked in ovens and ground using a process called “heartbreaking,” which ensures only …

Aperture Cellars is the opening that lets light into a camera. Through this lens, Jesse Katz and his photographer father Andy Katz search California to find “specific soils in which to create memorable [wine] journeys.” They make wines that focus on wine, life and soil.   Chenin Blanc wines are well-known …

The Macallan Double Cask Whisky Series, 12, 15, 18, and 30 years, uses the traditional style of Macallan blended with American or European oak. This makes for a sweeter spirit with flavors of warm honey, citrus, and ginger. Each whisky in the Macallan Double Cask series is available for purchase …

Gordan and MacPhail have released a one-of-a-kind 1949, 72 year-old single malt scotch whisky from Milton Distillery. Milton distillery is no longer under that name, instead it is now called Strathisla, making this single malt the last to ever be released with the Milton Distillery label. Matured in casks from …