The Vocabulary of a Sommelier & the Honesty of a Drunk Aunt
What wine descriptions actually mean, as explained over a glass with Aunt Vivienne.

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What wine descriptions actually mean, as explained over a glass with Aunt Vivienne.
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At ten o’clock at night, the Mercedes Riverblock sounded almost musical.
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If tomorrow were humanity’s last day, I’m convinced wine people would eventually find each other at Chappellet.
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Wine people have a love-hate relationship with blind tastings.
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Walking into Faust felt nothing short of entering an old jazz house at noon, only to be quietly led into its secret chambers.
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Apparently we’re all drinking less alcohol.
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There are the obvious reasons to open sparkling wine.
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(A completely unqualified personality assessment you will absolutely take personally)
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If You’re Wine-Curious, This Is What I’d Pour You First
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Pinot Noir is often described as the most emotional grape in the wine world.
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There are two kinds of nights in life. The first kind is productive. You cook dinner, maybe read a book, and go to bed feeling like a reasonably responsible adult.
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