“Without cultural context wine is meaningless. When divorced from the human references that define the origin, style and quality of … More
Category: Wine Guide
Wine Masterclass #8 How do I know this is a quality wine?
One of the questions that really baffles novice winos is “how do I know whether this is a good quality … More
Wine Masterclass #7 What use is knowledge in the enjoyment of wine?
I have met many people and have a number of friends who feel intimidated by wine! Well, maybe not the … More
Floral Wines
Flowers can brighten a room or brighten someone’s day. They have been contemplated for their beauty in painting, poetry and … More
Cantina Vignaioli Scansano- Morellino di Scansano Roggiano DOCG 2017
Vibrant ruby colour with bright clarity, vivid aromas of dark fruit and spices with floral nuances, notes of blackberry, raspberry, … More
Miss Savvy La Blanc of Marlborough 2019
A bright and beautifully expressive Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand, light straw-yellow colour with green reflections, exuberant aromas of tropical … More
In Defense of Sommeliers
This is part of a conversation between Dr. B at buddha walks into a wine bar and I on the … More
The Last Time
I’ve recently started a meditation course with the app called “Waking Up” by Sam Harris. It is the most thorough … More
The Art of Visual Wine Tasting Notes. — Buddha Walks Into A Wine Bar ….
I’ve recently collaborated with Brian Metters, also known as Dr. B, on his new book “Its Not About Wine” in … More
Wine Tasting at Le Vigne di Raito
It is a very special feeling to be mesmerised and enchanted by the small things in life- something we experience … More
