Last updated: June 2026 There’s a saying in the Douro Valley: “Nine months of winter...
Jesse is a winemaker with a degree in Viticulture & Enology from UC Davis. He has made wine in Burgundy, Yarra Valley, Douro Valley, California and Washington, where he and Cassie produce wine under their label, Vespera Cellars.
Last updated: June 2026 There’s a saying in the Douro Valley: “Nine months of winter...
Last updated: June 2026 The Douro Valley is legendary—rolling hills draped with vineyards, the...
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If you’ve ever taken a sip of red wine and felt your mouth dry out — that chalky, gripping...
If you’ve ever ordered sake at a sushi restaurant, you’ve probably been handed a warm...
I’ve had the privilege of making wine in both Burgundy and Oregon, and the comparison between...
Last updated: June 2026 We’ve spent more time in the Douro Valley than most travel bloggers...
Natural wine is having a moment. Walk into any trendy wine bar in Brooklyn, Portland, or East...
Last updated: June 2026 · Jesse & Cassie, Wine Scribes Written by Jesse & Cassie, Wine...
If you’ve ever stood in a wine shop staring at a wall of reds, wondering whether to grab a...