By way of introduction (especially for those who did not know me from my previous incarnations in the world of wine and spirits), my name is Greg, and I have been connected to wine as a writer, web developer, retail salesperson, and importer. I have assisted with wine dinners and tastings, and with my wife, Joy, have visited many of the world’s extraordinary wine regions.

Moreover, the recent emergence of spirits (particularly the ‘brown spirits’) has sparked an enormous interest amongst consumers, and while these spirits have required a ‘broader’ approach to both gathering and disseminating information, it has been fascinating. And, as we have discovered, wine drinkers are very willing to experiment with new drinks and flavors.

I spent most of my ‘wine life’ in the northeast, but have recently relocated to the southeast (better weather – especially November through March). I have initiated this blog as a means of remaining connected to both the wine and spirits world, and to the many people who have been reading my weekly ramblings in a retail newsletter. Both Joy and I look forward to exploring regional wineries; reviewing the wine lists of local restaurants; experimenting with regional food and wine pairings, and, sharing those experiences.

I am also excited to continuing my esoteric discussions on the politics and science of beverage options as we explore the always evolving world of wine and spirits. And, because these ‘ramblings’ will not be limited to either a specific day or a specific length, I encourage you to check back regularly.

The appearance of this blog will change (hopefully with a more sophisticatedlook) over the next couple of months….Welcome.