Wine Regions
A plain-language guide to Barolo: its character, flavor, and food pairings. The long-lived, noble Piedmont red made from Nebbiolo, with a region focus and a recommended bottle.
A regional guide to the wines of Puglia in southern Italy. Centered on Primitivo: the land's character, food pairings, and a recommended bottle at 2,200 yen.
Sweet, light, gently sparkling. Moscato d'Asti is often dismissed as a beginner's sweet wine, but behind it lie Piedmont's long history and careful winemaking. We dig into why it is only about 5.5% alcohol, how it differs from Asti Spumante, and how to enjoy it.
California wine is rich and powerful, born of a warm, steady climate. Napa Cabernet is highly prized, alongside oaked Chardonnay. We cover the regions and picks.
New Zealand's signature is Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc — vivid tropical-fruit and herb aromas with crisp acidity, loved worldwide. We cover the regions and picks.
Australian wine is known for ripe, juicy fruit from a warm climate. Barossa Valley is world-famous for rich, powerful Shiraz. We cover the regions and top picks.