Wes Marshall

Imagine playing for the Houston Texans and forgoing pads because you thought it made you faster. Or working in the kitchen at Uchi or Barley Swine without a knife to feel closer to the primary ingredients. In the world of wine, dry farming and head pruning are the equivalent.  The techniques add danger and difficulty […]

Vespaio opened one year before I started writing for The Austin Chronicle. For the first decade they were in business, Vespaio was my most frequented restaurant, and while the food and drink were always exceptional, what kept me coming back were its people. The three owners were a big draw. I seldom even looked at […]

On an annual basis, the vast majority of sparkling wines are sold and consumed between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. I love the idea of using wine to commemorate an important occasion, but these wines are so celebratory, delicious, and food-friendly, they really deserve a regular place on everyone’s table. First, we have to […]

OK folks. Holidays are here and the most pressing question facing wine lovers is, How the hell can I afford enough good wine to satisfy the 50+ people coming to my house this weekend? We have an answer that will require a tiny amount of searching, but it is worth your time. Viña Borgia Garnacha […]

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