360 Sustainability: Domaine Bousquet’s Organic Winemaking Practices for 2020 and Beyond
Viable, organic wine that’s good for everybody! Have you written off organic wine as a fad or “more expensive” alternative to non-organic wine? Maybe you have tried organic wine and didn’t have the experience you were hoping for. Well, there’s more to the story of making organic wine than you may be familiar with, namely, […]
5 Distinctions That Set Organic Wines Apart
There are key differences in production and growth that set organic wine apart from its non-organic counterpart “Organic” is a bit of a buzzword these days. From grocers to clothing stores and cosmetic producers, the desire to experience the naturally made difference has infused all aspects of everyday life. Purchasing organic products can be healthier […]
Wine Guy: A virtual vinous tour of worldwide values
Since most of us can’t travel right now, I’ve decided to craft a world tour of wine values. Let’s start in South America. The high-altitude landscape of Argentina’s Mendoza region at the foot of the Andes Mountains is home to the 2018 Domaine Bousquet “Gaia” Red Blend ($20). Imagine this backdrop as you enjoy this […]
The Best Organic Wines – The 2020 Reverse Wine Snob Picks!
Organic wine isn’t nearly as straightforward as, say, fruits and vegetables. This is because there is a distinction between the grape growing process, which can be organic, and the winemaking process, which many times is not. Keep on reading as we try to clear up some of the confusion as well as give you our […]
PICK OF THE WEEK
Fall is upon us, but that doesn’t mean we have to give up on Rose’. I know it is considered a summertime wine by many. However, as each year goes by, it seems as if that group is fading away and more wine drinkers continue to consume Rose’ throughout the year. Sparkling Rose’ is a […]
A little wine makes for good friends and good health
Wine drinkers adore scientific studies showing moderate wine consumption promotes good health. Moderate consumption may increase longevity, lower risk of Alzheimer’s, decrease pulmonary disease in men, decrease risk of dementia. Wow. Pop cork. Celebrate. But, wait, of course there is fine print. “Moderate” can mean as little as one glass of wine per day for […]
In Pursuit of Eco-Friendly Cheese, Producers Embrace Wineries’ Farming Methods
When you think about winemaking, you might imagine sweeping vineyards tended lovingly by farmers who view themselves as shepherds of the earth. Animal agriculture, on the other hand, could conjure visions of Upton Sinclair’s The Jungle, factory farms and methane pollution. There’s some truth to both visions, but neither presents the whole picture. Small-scale, biodynamic and organic wineries are […]
Wine Press – 5 Great Box Wines For Under $5 A Bottle
Box wine often gets a bad wrap. Mention “box wine” to many people and they’ll likely say words like “cheap” or “tacky” or “bad.” Sure, there are definitely some so-called “bad” box wines out there. But there are also plenty of bad wines that come in bottles or cans. It’s simply a matter of finding […]
For Chardonnay, Forgo the Oak
RED, WHITE, AND YOU: AGREEABLE WINE FOR $15 OR LESS In the world of wine, Chardonnay can get a bad rap. What other grape elicits so many mixed opinions from wine lovers as to whether the wine is desirable or just plain unpalatable? When it comes to Chardonnay, there tend to be two camps of […]
THIS ISSUE’S REVIEWS
ARGENTINA Mendoza: Red: Domaine Bousquet, Tupungato (Mendoza, Argentina) Malbec “Natural Origins” NV ($20, WISD LLC): Here’s a wine that is not only a pleasure to drink, but a pleasure that keeps on giving thanks to packaging (a 3-liter box) that keeps things fresh for a month. If you break it down, the $20 price works out to […]
