From The Norwalk Hour: Great Wines from Newton’s Mountain Vineyards
Special wines come from unique places. When winemakers and vineyard professionals get together, they talk about soil, elevation, exposure, climate, temperature, and more — all …
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From The Norwalk Hour: Good Eats on SoNo’s Washington Street
It’s been a while since we headed down to Washington Street in SoNo just to take in the scene. Usually we go with dinner reservations, …
From The Norwalk Hour: Prosecco, perfect for summer
In America, sparkling wine doesn’t get much respect. Pricey French Champagne is reserved for special occasions and high rollers. Beyond that, you don’t hear much …
From The Norwalk Hour: California wine in the European tradition
The California wine industry is at a fork in the road. On one path are high alcohol, oaky, “big” wines from producers large and small. …
From The Norwalk Hour: Riesling dances in your glass
If Fred Astaire was a wine, he’d be a Riesling – elegant, sophisticated, light on its feet – revered both around the world and across …
From The Norwalk Hour: Madeira wine, the favorite of our founding fathers
I’ve been told that George Washington drank a pint of Madeira every day. Throughout his lifetime, he ordered it by the pipe (a barrel containing …
From The Norwalk Hour: Cutting through the wine store clutter
From time to time the New York Times publishes a recommended list of Twenty Wines Under $20. Wine columnist Eric Asimov scours the world for …
From The Norwalk Hour: Wines to Toast Mom on Mother’s Day
I recently read that there’s a significant bump in wine consumption for Mother’s day. I can’t think of anyone more deserving of a glass, or …
From The Norwalk Hour: Why Do We Age Wine?
I recently overheard this friendly greeting in Walmart: “You’re getting better with age, just like a fine wine.” It’s a persistent idea that wine cellared …
From The Norwalk Hour: Tasting and Touring along the Finger Lakes
The Finger Lakes Region in New York is famous for first-class wine, beautiful scenery, and college towns. It’s also developing an excellent reputation for artisanal …