Thinking About Drinking
Tucked into the lively La Cosecha market in D.C.’s Union Market District, Grand Cata is a small but mighty portal into wine from South America (and beyond). With curated selections from Argentina to the Canary Islands, and a heart for…
One of the most common questions I get is: What’s the difference between a grape and a varietal? Spoiler: they’re related, but not quite the same.
Juicy, generous, and vibrant, Grenache is the wine equivalent of an impromptu picnic—full of ripe red berries, wild herbs, and casual, fuss-free joy.
Rhône Valley wines bring depth and diversity without shouting for attention. Think Chloë Sevigny: stylish without trying, and the kind of cool that can’t be manufactured.
When you think of Cinco de Mayo, odds are your mind goes straight to tacos, margaritas, and mariachi music. But there’s another reason to raise a glass today—Mexico’s vibrant and growing wine scene.
Picture this: You’re at a cozy wine bar, scanning the by-the-glass list for something sparkly. You spot “Lambrusco di Sorbara”—Italian, bubbly, sounds chic—and place your order, imagining a pale gold flute of something Prosecco-adjacent. But when the glass hits the…
If Bordeaux is the bold, structured power suit of French wine, Burgundy is its effortlessly chic silk blouse—elegant, a little bit delicate, and easy to dress up or down. Before the designer labels and cult followings, Burgundy’s wine story was…
The five noble grapes each bring their personalities to Bordeaux’s red wines, just like the Spice Girls brought their distinct styles to the 90s.
Come April, D.C.is home to white cherry blossoms, pink magnolias, purple azaleas and wisteria, and delicate dogwoods. It's hell for allergies, but heaven for the eyes—and evocative of those special wines that are a bouquet in a glass.