top of page
TRAVEL


Tasting Wine in Barolo
Barolo and Barbaresco are the heart of nebbiolo production and some of the most famous geographies for wine on the planet.
the_maestro
Dec 16, 202512 min read


Reckoning and Resilience in Napa and Sonoma
California wine country is facing a moment of serious reckoning, but there is still an abundance of resilience, cautious optimism, and joy in the industry.
the_maestro
Nov 25, 202516 min read


Chez Noir (and Sommelier Life) – Carmel, CA
One of these days I'll stop apologizing to both of my loyal readers for completely ignoring them for months on end. Life is wild, and...
the_maestro
May 31, 20257 min read


Becoming a Certified Sommelier
"What all did this involve?" is a question many curious family members, friends, and fellow wine professionals ask about certification.
the_maestro
Dec 21, 202418 min read
bottom of page