The Maven Mantra - The Convexity Maven
Description: Learn about wine when you read the articles from Dr. Alexander Pandell. Check out his informative pieces for wine reviews, tips, tricks, and other resources.
The Alchemist is Dr. Alexander (Al) J. Pandell who has been collecting wine and teaching a university-level introductory wine course for over 30 years. Al earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry at Stanford University and was a postdoctoral fellow at Harvard University. Dr. Pandell is Professor Emeritus of Chemistry at California State University, Stanislaus and has been a Visiting Professor at Stanford University, the University of California, Berkeley, and St. Mary’s College of California. The Alchemist’s Wine Pers
Whether you prefer a dry red with your meal or a sweet white with dessert, there is always something new and exciting to learn about wine. As your official guide to the world of vino, The Alchemist’s Wine Perspective delivers everything from wine reviews to articles. Whether you are interested in learning new tasting techniques or would like to discover the creation process behind your favorite champagne, you’ll find a number of resources from Dr. Alexander Pandell.
On September 15, 1998, Alexander Pandell suggested in an article published in the Wine Spectator that 55°F (13°C) was the best temperature to store collectible wine. This temperature is now widely accepted as the “ideal” temperature to store wine to promote the harmonious, orchestrated natural aging process that enhances the quality of age-worthy wines. Different wines will reach their aging peak where they provide the greatest pleasure to the consumer at different times. The only way to monitor progress is
The Maven Mantra - The Convexity Maven