We hear the word “sustainable” so much in wine, that many have come to question what, if anything, it means. Particularly, when we hear about so-called sustainable wine regions or sustainable wineries, it’s natural to wonder what we as consumers are really getting. I’ve (and I think a lot of
“Sustainability is the new paradigm of the 21st century. Producers who do not make sustainability a core part of their business model will become progressively outdated, side-lined by consumers and, possibly, through new international policies.”
João Barroso, Sustainability Coordinator, Wines of Alentejo
With Earth Day upon us, I thought it
I don’t know about you, but Iike a lot of consumers, sustainability has been increasing in importance to me. And given that this is a wine blog that, of course, includes wine. However, when I say “sustainable”, I’m not talking about those B.S. “clean” or “healthy” wines that people peddle
You ever read a card in the wine store that waxes poetic about “well-drained, sandy loam soil” and wonder what the heck they are talking about or why the hell it even matters? Vineyard soils is not a conversation that I have with many people because it can get geeky
Many of us were telling 2020 not to let the door hit it in the ass on the way out, and who could blame us?! Talk about an utter shit show! And since we’re so thrilled to see a new year – though admittedly this year is starting out on
My Malbec World Day celebration this year prominently features women (as well as some men!) and the wines that they produce. Whether owners or winemakers, these women are responsible for the tasty juice that many of us are privileged to taste.
Oh Zinfandel, I was wrong! Zinfandel, America’s Heritage Wine, as it is referred to by some, is literally living American history. As a person who
It’s that time again. Time to share my most memorable wines of the year. I’m giving myself 13 wines this year – one for every
I can’t even believe we’re in the last month of 2023. It’s cliché of course, but where does the time go? If you haven’t headed out
