Tom V.Aug 23, 20221 minCan New Strategies Breathe Life Into Some of Santa Ynez Most Storied Wine Brands?For many years, there was a fascinating contradiction at the heart of Santa Ynez Valley. The region loved to tout the long history of...
Tom V.Apr 25, 20221 minAdd Wine To Fast FoodSommelier André Huston Mack returns to Bon Appétit to elevate your next trip to the drive-thru as he pairs popular fast food with...
Tom V.Apr 17, 20222 minWe Asked 12 Sommeliers: What’s the Best Wine for Outdoor Drinking?As the weather warms up, many of us are anticipating lazy summertime gatherings in the park. After all, what’s better than a blanket,...
Tom V.Apr 13, 20221 minFour Sommelier-Approved Tips for Selecting the Perfect Wines for Your TastingOne of the most important aspects of a sommelier’s job is leading wine tastings. More than just opening bottles and describing flavor...
Tom V.Apr 7, 20222 minThe Wine Independent’ Sparks Debate For Wine Collectors, Investors And CriticsThe recent announcement of The Wine Independent, a “fiercely independent, visually groundbreaking publication for lovers of fine wine all...
Tom V.Mar 31, 20222 min11 Genius, Waste-Free Ways to Use Leftover Wine (From Cooking to Tie-Dyeing Clothes)Over the last few years, my husband and I have made a conscious effort to be less wasteful in our daily lives—and I'm not just talking...