As a creative writer who sets his stories of global adventure within the delightfully seductive world of wine, I am constantly researching everything related to grape-growing, wine-making, and the culture that supports, motivates and nurtures these fascinating pursuits.

Before deciding to explore the joys of becoming an epicurean novelist, I spent years travelling the world cultivating a career that gave me the opportunity to visit vineyards and wineries on virtually every continent — in countries where I had the great fortune of being able to taste some of the world’s finest wines, not only from legendary 'old world' winemakers like Lafite Rothschild and Tenuta Biondi Santi, but also from new and often adventurous vintners in places like Tanzania, Curaçao, and Indonesia.

The @DanteWineNotes, which are posted regularly throughout the year on Twitter, are a carefully decanted side-product of my ongoing research, especially as it relates to the history of wine. My hope is that you find these tweets informative and, on occasion, entertaining – if not amusing.

Daniel Dante Novelist & Wine Aficionado

Want To Follow Wine Notes On Your Phone? It’s Quick And Easy! For those that already have a Twitter account, just click on the “Follow” link at the top of the sample tweet (to the right). If you are new to Twitter, here’s a summary of simple steps that will get you up and running. Step 1. If you want to view Wine Notes on your phone, download the Twitter app (from the App Store). Or if you prefer to see tweets on your computer, go to www.twitter.com in your browser. Step 2. Twitter will then guide you through the process of creating an account. Only basic information is required, like your name and e-mail address. You will also need to select a username and password for the new account. Step 3. You can now follow other Twitter accounts (like 'Dante Wine Notes') and receive tweets as regular notifications. If you have successfully created your new account you can click here to join @DanteWineNotes – Enjoy!

From reducing cancer risk to lowering cholesterol, boosting brain and heart function, regulating blood sugar and promoting longevity, red wine has long been linked to health benefits. The proviso is that it must be enjoyed in moderation. Regarde les Français ... ou peut-être pas pic.twitter.com/XA8eFi3VIl — Daniel Dante (@DanteWineNotes) December 27, 2022