Author: Nick Antonaccio

The world is shrinking every day. We’re hurtling down the path toward monolithic world citizenry, each of us dipping into the deep well of global browsers, internet databases and social media, blurring the distinctions among us. The traditional distinctions of

Drinking responsibly can be a daunting task. The vernacular meaning tends to focus on the level of alcohol consumption. I view this well-worn phrase as a reminder, a self-directive if you will, to be mindful of not only the alcohol

“My Dad was an avid collector of wine, but I don’t know much about fine wines. He passed away recently. How do I know if the wines in his cellar are valuable?” “I found several bottles of wine stored in

Wine, as a living, breathing organism, responds and reacts to its environment. Not only in the vineyard (microclimate, proximity to a body of water, sun exposure) but just as importantly, the environment in which it is ultimately consumed. I have

Every once in a while, a seemingly obscure news clip inspires me as a theme for a wine column. On the occasion of the 290th anniversary of the birth of George Washington, I’ve decided to reprise a column I penned

It was in the spirit of the upcoming Presidents’ weekend – and in my insatiable search to relate events around me to a wine-centricity – that I penned this week’s column. Seeking references to any imbibing habits by our first

This weekend we celebrate two uniquely American traditions, both on the same day. On Sunday, we will gather with friends and family to be entertained by the most-watched sports event of the year, Super Bowl LVI. The second? A feast

I just emptied the dishwasher this morning and started storing the wine glasses. I began to ponder, once again, as I have in earlier columns, the difference in the sizes and shapes of the glasses. Do the characteristics of a

There are a number of issues to consider when purchasing and opening a bottle of wine. Foremost is what wine to purchase that is drinkable within my timetable for consumption? There are several decision points I consider. If I’m purchasing

If you’ve traveled to Western Europe and enjoyed a particular wine along the way, you may have had an experience similar to one I’ve had several times. In preparation for a planned trip to Tuscany this summer (with all of