California Weird

It was the early 1970’s, and the time of the hippie exodus from a decaying Haight-Ashbury to the countryside of Sonoma County. And yes, there may have been marijuana involved… But I give California credit for my introduction to wine…

Le Mâconnais: du Côté du Blanc

Le Mâconnais: du Côté du Blanc

Abandoning a fascination, nay, an obsession with Burgundy is nigh impossible. Unfortunately, a rocky relationship with this precious area has become increasingly tenuous due to the most unseemly question of money. Luckily, there are solid bridges that span this treacherous rift and can help us maintain and cherish our connection to accessibly-priced, high-quality Burgundy wine of both colours. One bridge is the area of southern Burgundy surrounding the town of Mâcon.