By Dan Weber
There are few growers in Champagne quite like Emmanuel Lassaigne. Working from the tiny village of Montgueux, Lassaigne has become one of the defining figures in contemporary grower Champagne. His...
By Maggie Scudder
You can read the entire story behind this icon of Biodynamic Viticulture HERE on our main blog. The story is fascinating and it gives the already fascinating and expressive wines an enriching context.
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By Maggie Scudder
Occasionally, when we are tasting wines, something miraculous happens. A ripple of excitement moves through the shop. It starts with mutters of “Oh. This is good.” Then it grows into glasses...
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By Maggie Scudder
We've gathered together to celebrate the happy union of you...and wine! Forgive the Valentine's Day-isms. Whether you have someone special this season or not, we have to suggest some truly lovable wines.
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By Maggie Scudder
It's looking like rain all week, here in NYC. So, we have some excitement planned to brighten up your Valentine's day.
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By Clara Dalzell
Sometimes, when I’m feeling especially bold, I’ll tell people that Sherry is like Champagne. (notably, without the bubbles.) No matter how true this statement is, it still elicits a reaction somewhere...
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By Maggie Scudder
Perhaps most exciting this week is that we have teamed up with the Godiva Cafe (just two doors down in the Flatiron) for a sweet little pairing event. Chocolate and Wine, together after...
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By Valerie Pimpinelli
Eric Asimov of the New York Times has released his highly anticipated 20 Under $20. This time, it's all reds! Check out the list of our offerings, in full, with tasting...
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By Maggie Scudder
If we’re going to drink wine while watching the game (or just the halftime show), why not choose wines to pair with the most popular game day food? Classic Super Bowl spreads...
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By JR Thomason
The aim here is terroir transparency. Xavier sets out to highlight what many producers proved, over difficult decades: the reputation of Montlouis as individual and essential.
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By Maggie Scudder
How to use this guide: 1. Read the previews of each blog post. 2. Click the title links to read the entire post. 3. Become an expert in the Northern Rhone. ...
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By Maggie Scudder
From novice wine drinkers to the winemaker of Selbach-Oster herself, Hannah, there's a lot of love for Riesling and Chinese food. We all agree that Riesling doesn't have to be complicated....
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By Jeff Patten
For years, Cornas was just another “value” village of the Northern Rhone, with a reputation more like St. Joseph, say, than Cote Rotie or Hermitage. It was deemed “rustic” and...
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By Maggie Scudder
We are celebrating Ochota Barrels' punk rock wines, which have recently been gravely affected by the wildfires in Australia. In addition, we have included donation links to several causes in...
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