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Food tastes better when it’s shared — and so do the stories behind it. From heartfelt reflections to unforgettable bites and faraway finds, this is where the conversation begins.
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Judgement Before the Applause
On May 24, 1976, a blind wine tasting in Paris quietly altered the course of wine history. Judged by France’s most respected palates, California wines stood anonymously beside Burgundy and Bordeaux—and prevailed. This is the factual, human story of that day: who was there, what was poured, and why the result still matters before we consider what came after.
The Judgment of Paris in Context
Before the Judgment of Paris could matter, the land had to make comparison possible. This archival deep dive examines Bordeaux, Burgundy, Napa Valley, and the Stags Leap District through soil, climate, sun exposure, and growing season—revealing why these wines could stand together in 1976, long before reputation entered the room.
When the Vines Go Quiet
Wine is drinking less — and listening more. From Napa to Bordeaux, grapes are being left on the vine as culture, economics, and ritual shift. A quiet reckoning unfolds in the vineyard.