February 13, 2017

A Very Special, Soul-Lifting Week In France

 Something that’s kept me going through this extremely disheartening and terrifying political situation we’ve found ourselves in, over the past few months, has been the knowledge that I had an upcoming trip to France.France, of course, has its own challenges and is now also in the midst of an election cycle—but exploring the wine regions is a direct affirmation of the power of culture to persist, even in these times. While the world seems to be crumbling under its own weight, small-production winemakers are managing to find better and better ways to work with terroir and deliver the most beautiful, purest juice. It’s inspiring to see people do something very well, with all the care they can muster, simply because it brings joy to them and others.