Ardent fans of the Grateful Dead are known as “deadheads,” followers of musician Jimmy Buffet are frequently called “parrotheads,” and in the world of wine, Zinfandel drinkers are often so enthusiastic they’re sometimes referred to as “zin-heads.” I’m not quite sure if I qualify as a zin-head, but I certainly enjoy the wine. So why […]

While attending a wine tasting event a couple of weeks ago at Bellingham’s Zephyr Bistro I came across a winery that’s new to our area – and one that I think you might enjoy.

It’s been awhile since I’ve mentioned some great wine bargains for $10 a bottle or less. And with the monthly reminders of past credit card charges during the holidays and the upcoming income tax deadline lurking, this seems as good a time as any to toss out a few wine suggestions for those on a […]

“Give the wine time to breathe.” You hear the phrase frequently, but what exactly does it mean? Breathing is simply allowing the wine to become exposed to the air, which opens up the wine’s flavors and aromas and makes it more enjoyable. This is especially useful for red wines – particularly newer vintages – because […]