Remoriquet Nuits-St-Georges Les Bousselots 1er Cru 1996

This is what 11 year-old wine Pinot should taste like! That old smell -- what is it? Leather, like a book that's hasn't been read for a long time, a fungus, a moldy with fruit compote. The acids are creamy and the tannins melted. This is great. Thanks Frank!

Sport Peppers: Feel the Burn

Just had a hot dog with everything including celery salt and sport peppers from Chuck Wagon. Sport peppers don't offer much in the way of flavor, just a persistent burning sensation that makes my nose run. 

Louis Dressner is a Crusty Arsehole

I think he is, anyway. Never met him. Having read his blog and hearing about his ride-alongs from sources who wish to remain anonymous. Nevertheless, he finds some kick ass wines, especially from the Loire. 

Case in point: Clos des Briords Muscadet 2005.