Posts Written OnJuly 31, 2007

WTN: Lieb Family Cellars Bridge Lane Cabernet Franc (NV)

My love of cabernet franc isn’t a surprise if you read this blog with any sort of regularity. They are among my favorite wines, are extremely versatile and the grape does quite well here on Long Island. But who can afford to spend the $25-$40 for the best local bottles? I know that I can’t, so I was excited to learn about Lieb Family Cellars’ Bridge Lane Cabernet Franc ($15). It’s a non-vintage blend that aims to be an every day, Chinon-style franc. And you know what, it’s pretty good. Smoky red cherry aromas with a little peppery spice and…

Gary Vaynerchuk on Late Night with Conan O’Brien?

Gary Vaynerchuk, our favorite out-of-his-mind vlogger has already conquered must of the wine-related Internet. He’s been in Time magazine. Now, he’s coming to a TV near you. Yes, real TV, not Wine Library TV. Gary will be appearing on Late Night with Conan O’Brien show tomorrow night. As far as I know, this is the first time that anyone in the wine blog/vlog/podcast world has crossed over onto such a mainstream media outlet. It should be interesting. I’m a Gary fan. I’m a Conan fan. I can only assume that he’ll come out in a WLTV t-shirt with wristbands up…

Restaurant Review: 1770 House (East Hampton, NY)

As someone who lives just west of the North Fork, I’ve explored the North Fork dining scene much more than I have the Hampton’s scene. I’m also much more interested in the food, wine and service than I am any sort of Hamptons people-watching or soulless scenes. On a recent visit to 1770 House in East Hampton, however I was given everything that I wanted and nothing I didn’t. Joined by my good friend M, we arrived a few moments ahead of schedule and were greeted by a friendly, but not fawning, host and escorted through a warmly decorated lounge…