STG Does it Again
Roy's local wine tasting group enjoyed a meal of six courses and seventeen - yes, seventeen! - wines.
Sandra Marques of Sogevinus
FTLOP profiles one of the most dynamic women in the Port business, Sandra Marques, who is the North America Export Manager for Sogevinus Fine Wines.
2010 Fortification Tour – From Porto to Funchal
Roy Hersh and Richard Jennings have collaborated to tell the story of a dinner featuring Vale de Meão wines and the Madeira leg of the 2010 Fortification Tour.
Announcing The 1st Annual FTLOP Awards
FTLOP launches annual awards to recognise top wines and industry achievements.
The First Big Fortified Tasting in London
Guest author Alex Bridgman reports from London on the first Big Fortified Tasting, a new wine fair devoted exclusively to fortified wines from around the world.
FTLOP: 2010 in Review
A review of FTLOP's 2010 accomplishments both on and off line.
Gustavo Devesas Promotion
Many of our readers will know Gustavo Devesas from Graham's Lodge and will be delighted to hear of his promotion within Symington Family Estates.
Vancouver Playhouse International Wine Festival
The Vancouver Playhouse 33rd Annual International Wine Festival is slated to take place this year from March 28th to April 3rd, and the website is now open for ticket bookings and full information.
Historic Terraces in the Douro
The historic stone terraces of the Douro are landmarks and unique to the region. Roy asks the Port trade about the walled terraces at their quintas.
2010 Fortification Tour > Last visit in the Douro
The last Douro stop of the 2010 Fortification Tour was Sandeman's Quinta do Seixo, and included a tour of the property as well as a tasting of a full range of Sandeman ports.