Are you confused by the overwhelming selection when you go to buy a bottle of wine at a store or at a restaurant? Do you look at a wine label and are still confused about what is inside? Do you wonder if that more expensive wine is worth it? Do you just want a refresher on some of the basics? If so you want to attend my “Wine Buying Basics” zoom event where I will answer all these questions and more. Among the topics we will cover: The differences in red wines. The differences in white wines Best wines at different price points Navigating restaurant wine lists for value Understanding common wine terms If there is any other topic you would like covered or question you would like answered let me know about it in advance and I will include it in the presentation. There is no wine to buy for the event although you are highly encouraged to enjoy a glass of one of your favorites while attending. The event is free to attend although voluntary donations via PayPal (gasperthewineguy@gmail.com) ...

One of the questions us wine guys and gals get asked most often is “Where is the best place to buy my wine”.  Like so many things in life the answer to that question is “It depends”. If you are unsure of exactly what you want but it is important for you to find a good bottle of wine you need to go to an independently owned wine shop.  Most of these shops only have room for a limited selection of so they generally only stock what the owner feels are the best examples of each wine.  For most of these owners it as much a mission as it is a business.  They have a deep knowledge of wine and care deeply that their customers enjoy the wines they purchase, and that their customers grow in their understanding and appreciation of wine.   There is nothing more they enjoy than answering questions and helping customers. The only drawback is that you will generally have to pay a little more for your wine, but most of the time it is not all that significant consi...