LUXURY CHARDONNAY
by SANDY BLOCK, MW In times of crisis we tend to gravitate to what is reassuring and familiar. In wine terms, this means trusted brands and categories that need no elaborate introduction are favored over new discoveries. So, in our current circumstances, the fact that Chardonnay has not been considered... Read More
WHAT SHOULDN’T BE IN WINE
By HARVEY FINKEL, MD Last month in this space we considered the components of wine, essentially what should be in wine or could reasonably be expected to be found in wine. Today we’ll look at what should not be in wine, but sometimes is. Further detailed scientific data is being... Read More
ENDANGERED COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH-THE PEGU CLUB COCKTAIL
by PINK LADY On April 3O, we learned that the iconic New York City cocktail bar The Pegu Club would ring the last call bell, marking the end of an era for this SOHO institution. Modern mixologists and drinks enthusiasts alike owe a great deal to this NYC mainstay, founded... Read More