Wine. Flowers. The Art of Living Well.
I love kimchi. It is an obsession, perhaps. Even after living in the States for most of my adult life, I still make my own kimchi. Korean grocery stores here in Northern California carry a generous selection, much of it genuinely good. Buying is easy, and I often do. Yet I cannot stop tying the... Continue Reading →
In Part 1 of this guide, violet and rose opened the conversation — two florals that show up differently depending on the wine and the time it has had. Now, four more that take it further. Four More Floral Notes in Red Wine Each of these florals speaks of something more specific: the freshness of... Continue Reading →
A cheap bottle isn't always a bad choice — but knowing what's really behind that price tag changes everything. From oak chips to hidden additives, here's what mass-market winemaking rarely tells you.