Mastodawn

Alex Bardsley

3h ago

W. Blake Gray 3h ago

I set out to discover what the best Barolos are to buy now if you are old enough to need reading glasses.

What I discovered is ... the answer is not Barolo, but Barbaresco and Roero Riserva.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/04/enjoying-nebbiolo-while-youre-young

Enjoying Nebbiolo while You're Young | Wine-Searcher News & Features

Nebbiolo makes famously long-lived, hugely tannic wines, but there are some you can enjoy while you're both young. Read the latest wine news & features on wine-searcher

Wine-Searcher

Alex Bardsley

3h ago

Craig Camp 2d ago

Ukraine Wine Producer Winning Top Wine Competitions Helps Those In Need https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathrinetodd/2025/04/14/ukraine-wine-producer-winning-top-wine-competitions-helps-those-in-need/

Ukraine Wine Producer Winning Top Wine Competitions Helps Those In Need

An award winning wine producer from Ukraine, who has found their way onto the wine lists of Michelin restaurants in London and Paris, has finally made it to the U.S..

Forbes

Alex Bardsley

2d ago

wineworldnews 2d ago

The Science of Vine Density https://tinyurl.com/5n77teuu via @SevenFiftyDaily #winemaking #winemaker #wine #winegrower #wineworldnews

Alex Bardsley

2d ago

wineworldnews 2d ago

Which grape varieties grow best in volcanic soils https://tinyurl.com/22k2raj9 via @thedrinksbusiness #Japan #chile #Lanzarote #Italy #wine #grapevarieties #wineworldnews

Which grape varieties grow best in volcanic soils?

The concept of volcanics unites places as far apart as Sicily and Mount Fuji. We ask producers which grapes flourish in their volcanic soils.

The Drinks Business

Alex Bardsley

2d ago

I love Hungarian wine: Tokaji, Somló, Villány. Too bad.
https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5yrpe51pkwo
Not visiting. Not buying. Not selling. #Hungary #authoritarian

Hungary's parliament votes to limit rights of dual nationals and LGBTQ+ people

The amendments will enable the government to ban public LGBTQ+ gatherings like Pride parades.

Alex Bardsley

3d ago

RandyCaparoso.wineauthor 3d ago

Bottom Line column in the current SOMM Journal, dispensing advice on utilizing selection and pricing to steer guests towards ideal wine and food experiences, hence promoting your restaurant and wine program.
#sommjournal #wineandfood #wineandfoodpairings #restaurantwine #hospitalitymanagement #hospitalityindustry #foodandbeverage #FoodAndBeverageIndustry #sommelier #winelist

Alex Bardsley

3d ago

At These Grocery Stores, No One Pays – Civil Eats
https://civileats.com/2025/04/14/at-these-grocery-stores-no-one-pays/
#food #snap

At These Grocery Stores, No One Pays

The Pratt Free Market in Baltimore offers residents the ability to shop for food without needing to check out.

Civil Eats

Alex Bardsley

5d ago

Lyle Solla-Yates 5d ago

https://dailyprogress.com/life-entertainment/local/food-drink/article_5459e69f-6ed4-43d9-8a65-e71147d4771e.html End of an era. I hope White Hall finds a buyer and stays in business in some form. It’s a lovely place and the wine has been good by any standard and affordable by Virginia standards for a long time now. #cville #wine #virginia