Steven Goddu

The rule of thumb is if you can’t choke down a glass or Marsala wine, then it doesn’t belong in your cooking.

Steven Goddu, our wine expert, explores Andover Classic Wine’s selection of beverages produced in the shadow of the second most active volcano on the planet: Mount Etna.

For me, getting out of the red wine zone is a chore. As an exercise of adventure, I decided it was time to find some white wine excitement.

My New Year’s resolution is that every event in 2021 will be a celebration, and what better way to celebrate than to drink Champagne?

Not all Champagne is created equal. Don’t rely on name, reputation or price when choosing a vintage. Each can be very misleading.

Make someone happy this season. Whether they are wine challenged or a connoisseur, they’ll enjoy a thoughtful wine gift — they almost never get returned!

Steven Goddu doesn’t usually go for sweet wines, but after trying the fruit wines of Hermit Woods Winery & Deli, Goddu was pleasantly surprised.

The hobby of exploring wine is endless, so don’t get stuck in a rut. My wine journey just took a new, unexpected direction – Austria.

Barbecue season presents challenges for wine lovers, as pairings are difficult for smoky and spicy flavors.

While his plans for a tour of Italy may be on hold, Steve Goddu can still explore its culture through the lens of wine.

Did you know one of Italy’s most popular winemakers is based in New York? Steven Goddu investigates at the NH Wine Spectacular.

The 2008 vintage of Cristal Champagne was rated 100 points, and may very well be the best bottle of Champagne you could ever consume.