Fine Spirits: On November 15 in New York Sotheby’s will auction off a one-of-a-kind crystal Lalique decanter holding the oldest and rarest Macallan single malt ever bottled, expected to fetch at least $150,000 making it the world’s most expensive whisky. The famed Speyside distillery commissioned the legendary crystal artisan to create the decanter using the ancient "cire perdue" or "lost wax" method. The Macallan in Lalique Cire Perdue decanter is filled with 64 years and older Macallan single malt whisky, vatted together from three casks, all built from sherry seasoned Spanish oak.... Read More
Wineries in California: Founded in 1983 by Randall Grahm, Bonny Doon Vineyard always seems to be ahead of the curve. The winery made its mark on the world with pioneering work in the exploration of Rhône varieties, innovative production techniques, imaginative marketing, and its very unconventional leader.... Read More
Wineries in California: Collectively, Bruno D’Alfonso and Kris Curran have enjoyed nearly 50 years as winemakers. Both Bruno and Kris graduated from college and went on to get a second degree in oenology. So they’re serious about making wine. Although they recognize the artistic side, they firmly believe in science.... Read More
Wineries in Washington: Situated on the edge of a cliff overlooking the spectacular Columbia River Gorge with majestic Mt. Hood in the distance, Maryhill Winery serves as an inspiration to wine lovers.... Read More
Food & Spirits: Alessia Antinori is the 26th generation of her family to make wine, which has been making wine in Italy since 1385. Below are some of her tips for best enjoying wine, culled from years spent in the vineyards.... Read More
Food & Spirits: As one of the first California wineries to plant all five varieties of Bordeaux, Mount Veeder produces distinctive wines with elegant tastes. The 2005 Mount Veeder Reserve is crafted from small lots of very concentrated fruits to produce a wine with a deep color and complex nose of berries, coffee cassis, with hints of licorice, vanilla and cocoa.... Read More
Food & Spirits: Gail Dosik was in the fashion industry for 20 years before she decided what she really wanted to do was bake. Lucky she did, because One Tough Cookie has become a favorite treat.... Read More
