Pinot Grigio or Pinot Gris?
In his column, local Maui wine master Charles Fredy discusses the differences and similarities between pinot grigio and pinot gris.
Move over, Bacchus — Jordan’s in the House
Michael Jordan will be lead sommelier for the sixth consecutive year at the Kapalua Wine and Food Festival.
The Top 100 Wines
Expert wine columnist Charles Fredy shares his top wine selections of 2013, including his favorite cabernet sauvignon, pinot noir, chardonnay, riesling and syrah.
What’s Behind the Pricy Label
Ever wonder why certain wines are so expensive, others so cheap? The better question might be, does the wine's quality justify its price?
Vineyard Geology
Geology creates nuances of flavor that distinguish a wine and the region it comes from.
Traveling Companions
This issue features finding the perfect wine to accompany your travels.
Sake, for Goodness Sake
Pure, expertly crafted sake is a great alternative to more traditional beverages. Move beyond traditional cultural pairing, and you’ll find an array of compatible offerings.
Vintage Performance
At 35, the Kapalua Food & Wine Festival uncorks a celebration of culinary excellence — and you’re invited.
Finding a Favorite Wine
When people ask me to name my favorite wines, I always struggle. I taste wine for a living, so you would think it would be easy. It's not.
To Protect and Serve
Exposure to oxygen is what ruins wine. Most reds begin to deteriorate within a day of being opened. So how do you save that bottle of red?
Waiter, There’s a Sock in My Wine!
In this wine-and-spirit advice column, advanced sommelier Charles Fredy explains how various flavors and aromas like end up in a glass of wine.
This Must Be Kapalua
Just when you think it can’t get any better, sommelier fantastico Michael Jordan steps it up another notch.
Wines for a Summer Barbecue
This issue features finding the perfect red wine to accompany summer barbecues.
A Toast to Fortified Wine
Wine columnist Charles Freddy explains how fortified wines make a perfect holiday season pairing. It’s also a sweet sip that’s perfect for dessert.
Making a Good Home for Wine
Storing wine can be challenging in a climate like Maui’s, where few homes have cellars that can keep bottles naturally cool.
Local Flavor
Local wine expert, Charles Fredy, shows us how to select the wine perfect pairing for the unique island climate and cuisine found only in Hawaii.
Perfect Holiday Pairings
Advanced Sommelier Charles Fredy offers suggestions for holiday wines, and recipes to make with them.
Fit the Wine to the Mood
In his wine-and-spirit advice column, master sommelier Charles Fredy sheds light on the connections between wine and romance.
A Hall Mark of Quality
Hall Wine's ultra-premium wines are not inexpensive, but in my opinion, their organic farming enhances the fruit flavors and produces higher-quality wine.
Sparkling Wines
Champagne is the epitome of sparkling wines, which is why we often reserve it for special occasions. Choosing one begins with understanding how sparkling wines are made.
Savor the Vintage
Chambers & Chambers Wine Merchants proudly presents a distinguished selection of domestic and imported wines from 42 vineyards.
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Aipono Winners 2022
Maui Nō Ka ‘Oi Magazine presents the 2022 ‘Aipono Restaurant Award Winners
What’s in a name? In Hawaiian, ai means “to eat,” and pono means...