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About the drunken cyclist

I have been an occasional cycling tour guide in Europe for the past 20 years, visiting most of the wine regions of France. Through this "job" I developed a love for wine and the stories that often accompany the pulling of a cork. I live in Houston with my lovely wife and two wonderful sons.

The Top Ten American Pinots from the Eighth Annual Blind Tasting of American Pinot Noir

Posted on November 24, 2025 by the drunken cyclist

As I mentioned Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, I tasted 40 American Pinot Noirs a little over a week ago. With the help of three other wine writers here in Houston, I was able to taste through the wines blind, which means … Continue reading →

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