Vine to Table
A Journey of Passion about all things Wine
Faustino V Reserva 2018- one of the first families of Rioja.
Bodegas Faustino was one of the first families of Rioja, and was established by the Martinez family in 1861. Today, it is managed by the 6th-generation daughters. The wine gained worldwide attention in the 1960’s, representing the marriage of Rembrandt art and an iconic bottle design, which facilitates decades of ageing potential. It is a…
Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon 2013- This is one of the best, most consistent Cabernets from Australia.
I recently reviewed a bottle of 2008, and it was holding up beautifully, so I decided to pull a 2013 and see how it had evolved. I always approach a Bin 407 (and all Penfolds) with intense anticipation, especially if it has some age under its belt. The 2013 vintage is no exception, being a…
Famiglia Pasqua Amarone Della Valpolicella 2019
2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the historic Pasqua Winery, located in Verona, in northeastern Italy. Innovation is at the core of their philosophy, as well as focusing on sustainable practices with an eye on the future. In 2024, they received the Innovator of the Year award for 2023 by Wine Enthusiast magazine. They are…
About Me
I’ve been in the wine business in both Australia and the US for almost 30 years with experience in the retail, wholesale, import, wineries and hospitality industries and have a passion for all things wine.
In addition I’ve written a monthly newsletter for several years, taught classes and now, a blogger. I’m a firm believer in the saying ‘good friends, good food and good wine’! I also believe you don’t need an event to open a great bottle of wine, the opening of a great bottle of wine is the event.
Archives
- Faustino V Reserva 2018- one of the first families of Rioja.
- Penfolds Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon 2013- This is one of the best, most consistent Cabernets from Australia.
- Famiglia Pasqua Amarone Della Valpolicella 2019
- La Chablisienne Le Finage Chablis 2023
- Penfolds Bin 8 Cabernet Shiraz 2011- uniquely Australian and excellent drinking.
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