by Andrew Chalk I can vouch for the Chardonnay, which is a sellout every year at around $70/bottle. Grand Cru Chablis from 75209 as a...

by Andrew Chalk Maggie, the resident English Black Labrador, stays busy at Narrow Path Winery in Stonewall delivering wine to visitors...

by Andrew Chalk We are about to be beset by restaurants, promoters, and the more credulous sections of the media bombarding us with the...

by Andrew Chalk I have an abiding dislike for Hamilton County, having received a revenue-raising speeding ticket there a few years ago....

by Andrew Chalk Appearance: An opaque ruby monster. Bright and youthful; Nose: Protean, complex, notes of blueberries, mint, cigar box;...

by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Rich, translucent ruby with garnet rim; Nose: Raspberry, strawberry, licorice, cedar; Taste: Mouthwatering...

by Andrew Chalk COVID's nefarious effects have hit the growing Texas wine industry. Details here.

by Andrew Chalk Donald Hess certainly shows perseverance. When searching out land in Argentina in a project that was ultimately...

by Andrew Chalk Chefs, amateur cooks, hospitality professionals: How 4 Austin restaurants pivoted to respond to COVID-19. Great stuff...

Top Selling Wine, Vintner’s Reserve Chardonnay, Now Carries the Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing Logo on Label by Andrew...

Raymond Haak Retires -- For the Second Time by Andrew Chalk Haak Vineyards and Winery has been sold by owners Raymond and Gladys Haak....

by Andrew Chalk ‘Any port in a storm’ goes an old saying but for serious port drinkers the storm is superfluous. Just a glass and,...

by Andrew Chalk In the rich wine tapestry that is France’s verdant Rhône region, Côtes du Rhône is actually the lowest quality...

by Andrew Chalk The Lagrein grape traditionally grows in this northeastern corner of Italy. It is known for producing powerful red wines...

by Andrew Chalk Think of this wine as Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, one of the most prestigious Châteaux in Bordeaux,...

by Andrew Chalk Gradis’ciutta is in Collio, in eastern Italy, An ancient white varietal that is rarely seen elsewhere, Ribolla Gialla can...

by Andrew Chalk Bold in color this Lodi Zinfandel has aromas of earthy eucalyptus and cedar. It has an elegant mouthfeel with flavors of...

by Andrew Chalk A Pinot Noir (Blauburgunder in German) from the German influenced part of Italy that borders Austria. The terrain is...

by Andrew Chalk An odd duck is Rancho Loma Vineyards (generally known as RLV). Founded in Coleman, TX (population 4,379). Why choose...

by Andrew Chalk It is actually “19 Crimes Cali Red”, a red blend from California. And there may be more action in the back story than in...

by Andrew Chalk This widely available wine is one of the best values in California Chardonnay. It embodies a nose of ripe stone fruit...

by Andrew Chalk This is a library selection. This is not the current release but should be seen as indicative of the latter. It suggests...

by Andrew Chalk Appearance: Opaque deep blackberry with ruby hints; Nose: Initially pronounced fruitiness of raisins, black cherries and...

by Andrew Chalk Voodoo Ranger is a new IPA from New Belgium Brewing Company. Armed with an iconic DeLorean the action unfolds in Chicago....