Thursday, April 25, 2024

Cork 101— The wines of South Africa

South Africa was certainly on my list of wine countries or wine lands, as they say in South Africa, to visit but not at the top of my list. It should have been. I...

Edibles & Potables: R.I.P. Steven Spurrier, 1941-2021

 There are few life stories in the food and drink business as fascinating as that of Steven Spurrier, legendary wine merchant and educator. Spurrier died in March at 79. Legendary Retailer, Writer and Educator Steven...

Cork 101: Regional Picks — All Wine is Local

Our wine panel picks good values from their favorite wine regions, explaining why and how local conditions influence the character of wine.  Often, people who want to know more about wine get befuddled because there...

Wines for Thanksgiving, featured at The Wine Rack’s November 10 tasting

As the keen observer once noted, at Thanksgiving a red wine pairs well with a crazy family. The Wine Rack is a Louisville institution at 2632 Frankfort Avenue, noted for its broad selection of high-quality...

John Grisanti assumes ownership of Nouvelle Bar & Bottle

Nouvelle is a small neighborhood wine bar and bottle shop on a mission to serve our community excellent wine from unique producers in a welcoming and inclusive environment. Nouvelle (214 S. Clay St.) has...

A taste of Oregon on Thursday at The Wine Rack with Willamette Valley Vineyards

The Wine Rack (2632 Frankfort Avenue) opened in 2004, and after 16 years the small shop still holds its own against the package industry heavyweights. The Wine Rack's secret weapon is passion-driven product knowledge,...

Cork 101: Holiday Picks

For many, the seemingly mundane task of picking out an inexpensive but good wine for a party is fraught with worry. Choosing an extravagant bottle for a special occasion can bring on heart palpitations!...

Cuvée Wine Table garners the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence — and sister restaurant...

Wine Spectator has released its 2019 Restaurant Award Winners, among which appears Cuvée Wine Table (3598 Springhurst Boulevard), a first-time recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. According to Wine Spectator, this is the...

Stingy Jack is reported heading toward Huber’s Orchard, Winery & Vineyards

Today we're operating under the assumption, prompted by Halloween's approach, that you're clamoring to read the instructive tale of Stingy Jack. He's an eternal wanderer through the long night, with only a glowing lump...

Wine dinner with the Delicato Family at The Standard Plate & Pour, Thursday

This week The Standard Plate & Pour at 207 E. Main Street in New Albany is presenting a Thursday evening wine dinner featuring Delicato Family Wines. On September 24, we will be hosting a wine...