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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.

Fortifying My Palate

Posted on August 19, 2022 by the drunken cyclist

Normally on Fridays, I publish tasting notes for samples that I have received over the previous several months, often randomly selected from the pile of bottles on my office floor. This week, however, I grouped together several fortified wines: wines … Continue reading →

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