In honor of today’s Presidential Election, here are some quotes from our third President and oenophile, Thomas Jefferson, about wine… “Good wine is a necessity of life for me.” ~ Thomas Jefferson “I have lived temperately….I double the doctor’s…
I saw this simple, elegant flacon (bottle) at the recent Fête des Vendanges in Montmartre, Paris. Scroll down for the beautifully produced video for this wine. Click on the link below to watch the video. 12874934 Photo by Christine…
Yesterday’s tasting of wines from Languedoc, in the south of France. Photo by Christine Humphrey ©2012…
From last weekend’s harvest festival in Montmartre, Paris Photo by Christine Humphrey ©2012…
Bonjour à Paris! Windows at La Dernière Goûtte, 6eme, Paris Photos by Christine Humphrey ©2012…
Last week, I had the very special opportunity to attend the Institute of Masters of Wine New World Bordeaux Blends panel discussion and tasting event in London. Representatives from three wineries in South Africa, New Zealand and Australia, with…
Photo by Christine Humphrey ©2012…
Celebrating autumn on the Rue de Buci, 6eme Paris Photo by Christine Humphrey ©2012…
at La Dernière Goutte, Paris…
The Moors conquered much of Spain in the 8th century and remained until 1492, with wine forbidden for religious reasons during this period. After the Reconquista ended in 1492, the Moors were expelled. The Spanish wine industry was then…