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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.

I’d Much Rather Talk About the Wines of Linne Calodo, but…

Posted on October 19, 2023 by the drunken cyclist

The first post on this blog was on January 12th, 2012 and shortly thereafter I started pointing out that some wines are bottled in ridiculously heavy bottles. I even came up with what I considered a rather pithy term: B.A.B. … Continue reading →

Posted in Grenache, Grenache Blanc, Mourvèdre, Picpoul, Syrah, Tempranillo, Viognier, Wine, Zinfandel | 5 Comments