Editor's Note: It is rare that I have a guest post on this site (I think there has only been one other). Ya'acov Oryah needs no introduction from me. He is a well known and highly respoected winemaker. I have written a number of detailed posts about his wines over the years. He is also … Continue reading The story of a Muscat, held by time
The Old Musketeer
KFWE 2019 Tour Part 3: London Pre-Game – Blue Smoke Hedonism
The Lineup After a great night out at KFWE Tel Aviv it was time to leave the nest and fly to London. I am in touch with a few people in the London wine scene - some of them visit Israel often. Unfortunately, I rarely am in London and that's a shame. I love it … Continue reading KFWE 2019 Tour Part 3: London Pre-Game – Blue Smoke Hedonism
Yossie Comes for a Visit
As I have written previously, it's really nice when friends from abroad join us either for RCC's or to get together for tastings or winery visits or really whatever. One of the people I enjoy spending time with is Yossie Horwitz. Besides writing his weekly newsletter and FB page, Yossie is of course perhaps most … Continue reading Yossie Comes for a Visit
Nathan’s French Food & Wine Evening
This past Monday night I was privileged to be invited to really special evening of wine and food organized by Nathan Grandjean of France. Nathan sells wine in France and Western Europe via his site Yavine.fr. He is super-knowledgeable and an all around great guy - so if you are ever in Europe and need … Continue reading Nathan’s French Food & Wine Evening