JJ Buckley Fine Wines Blog

People tend to think a wine tastes better if they believe it's relatively pricey. Scientists are beginning to learn how our brains convert expectations to "real" perceptions.

Napa Valley’s Rutherford AVA is one of the world’s best-known and respected regions for Cabernet Sauvignon. But wines coming from different parts of Rutherford will vary substantially in character, even if made in the same style by the same producer. This article looks at that diversity through three wines.

A look at 2014 Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon based on a recent blind tasting and seminar. Included are comments and analysis on the vintage overall and twelve top wines.

Pink wines come in many styles, from most every wine-making country and can be made from dozens of different varieties. They offer a great way to cool down, tantalize your taste buds, and explore the world of wine all at the same time. Here's a look at three very different rosé wines from France.

A cold glass of wine is very refreshing on a hot Summer day. Here are 5 ways to get your wine from room temperature to perfectly chilled in a jiffy.