A look back on 2023. It was a busy one! Busy in the best possible way. Here is a round up of some of my most memorable wines and experiences from this year.

Commentary and analysis of the Garage Wine Co., 2018 Las Higueras Vineyard Cabernet Franc, Maule, Central Valley, Chile

Commentary and analysis of the Bracco Bosca, 2019 Gran Ombú Cabernet Franc, Atlantída, Canelones, Uruguay

Cabernet Franc and Brazil may not be a grape-place combination that immediately leaps to mind, but for the latter part of the 19th century, and for the better part of the 20th century, Cabernet Franc was an important variety in the early years of the Brazilian wine industry.