Monthly Archives: August 2008

Wine Glasses and Tasting Wine

Posted on August 29, 2008 by arniemillan

My recommendation is to choose a thin-walled stemmed glass or crystal glass – avoid a rolled lip on the edge. The bowl should be at least 5 inches high with a moderate 2.5 inch throat. This ensures enough air space … Continue reading →

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The Thrilling Agony of Rinsing Wine Glasses

Posted on August 26, 2008 by arniemillan

Do you worry about how best to rinse your fine glassware? Do you need to rinse if you serve more than one wine in the same glass. Well fret no more! Let’s look at two types of rinsing: 1) Rinsing … Continue reading →

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To decant or not to decant?

Posted on August 11, 2008 by arniemillan

Believe it or not, decanting is controversial. Sommeliers discuss it and disagree, sometimes passionately. There is no absolute truth in decanting, as is true with many most vinous matters and, of course, life in general. Basically, it’s a matter of … Continue reading →

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An evening of Burgundy with Germany’s famed Ernst Loosen

Posted on August 1, 2008 by arniemillan

Two weeks ago, I enjoyed an outstanding tasting of red Burgundy with the legendary Ernst (‘Ernie’) Loosen of Dr. Loosen fame. There were seven of us, all in the wine trade except our host’s congenial wife, Natalie. Our host was … Continue reading →

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