by Ben Bodenstein | Reviews
Before Robert Mondavi came on the scene, the direction of California winemaking was simply “let’s all do what the Frenchies do.†American vintners were all trying to emulate French wines. Robert Mondavi, almost single handedly, led the fight for American wines...
by Ben Bodenstein | Reviews
Does the mention of the Ford Edsel bring a lump to your throat? Do you sigh for the passing of the Pontiac? Do you miss black and white television? Well, another classic icon may be next in line for passing into the land of the lost; the wine bottle. One producer, the...
by Ben Bodenstein | Reviews
Argentina is becoming a major player in the world wine market and the newest releases from Bodega Elena De Mendoza are one of the reasons why. Bodega Elena De Mendoza was founded by Italian immigrants during the late 19th century. The family staked out property in...
by Ben Bodenstein | Reviews
Wine glasses are an integral part of the wine experience. That is a pretty strong statement but it is absolutely true. We spent many years scoffing at wine snobs with their special glasses but in truth we were very, very wrong We began our journey into wine glassware...