Most of Tokaji’s wine production is white and very dry. They also produce sweet wines resembling golden plums and nectarines with strong hay and honey flavors.

Wine connoisseurs look for concentration and complexity, newbies should with Shiraz and the socialite’s best accessory is a glass of Champagne…

Some of the best wines for pairing with chocolate come from Argentina. The wines are generally fruitier, yet well structured, which pair perfectly with the richness of chocolate.

Another factor making unusual wines appealing is their exclusivity to their place of origin. You can only find Furmint in Hungary, whereas Chardonnay and Merlot can hail from almost any country in the world.

09 Rieslings show an amazing fruit ripeness, racy minerality, refreshing acidity, precision and clarity. It reminds me of a perfect blend using the two most recent vintages 2007 and 2008!

As a winemaker you have to ask yourself the fundamental question: do I want to make wines that will garnish high scores and sell, or do I want to make wines in a style that I want to craft and drink.

Now that New Year celebrations are imminent, everyone has a reason to embrace Champagne and sparkling wine. The challenge is; selecting a wine that is tasty, appropriate for the occasion and your budget.