Brian Freedman

Brian Freedman is our host for all things Classic Wines! Brian can be seen featured in our wine videos as he guides viewers through the intricate world of wine. In addition he is also an editor and contributor to the extensive Classic Wines Articles section. Brian is Food and Wine Editor of LifeStyle Magazine, Director of Wine Education at The Wine School of Philadelphia, restaurant critic and food and drinks columnist for AroundPhilly.com and AroundAC.com, contributing food and drinks writer for Philadelphia Style Magazine, and Editorial Director of ClassicWines.com. Brian is also a trained sommelier--he has passed his first exam with the prestigious Court of Master Sommeliers--and regularly hosts wine dinners at restaurants, clubs, and private residences throughout the Philadelphia area. His work for The Wine School includes teaching wine courses, choosing wine lists for the school's classes, and conducting corporate, private, and charity wine events. Brian's work has been published both nationally and locally, and he has made several live television appearances on both Fox 29's "Good Day Philadelphia" and "Your Morning on CN8." In addition, he is the host of "The Classic Wines Minute" on ClassicWines.com, a popular on-line video series for which he has interviewed some of the region's most important wine experts. He has also been interviewed for articles in a number of publications, including USAirways Magazine, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and syndicated Associated Press articles, among others. Check out Brian and Classic Wines on Facebook. Follow Brian and Classic Wines on Twitter. Need more social media? How about Myspace.

Coming Back Down To Earth

The Beauty of Affordable BurgundyI recently had a bit of a wine revelation, which I hadn't realiz... more

Written By: Brian Freedman on Thu, Jul 12th 2007

Falesco Vitiano Rosato Umbria 2006, Wine of the Week

July 09, 2007Rose season is here, and not a moment too soon. There is, after all, only so much of... more

Written By: Brian Freedman on Mon, Jul 9th 2007

Umbria, Region of the Week

July 09, 2007This region, which neighbors the far more famous - and respected - Tuscany to its we... more

Written By: Brian Freedman on Mon, Jul 9th 2007

Pinot Grigio Primer

Bella Sera Is Just The BeginningThe pinot grigio days of summer are upon us. This is, of course, ... more

Written By: Brian Freedman on Thu, Jul 5th 2007

Renwood 2003 "Old Vine" Zinfandel

Wine of the Week: July 3, 2007This wine is the color of fresh blood, with a brick-colored rim hea... more

Written By: Brian Freedman on Tue, Jul 3rd 2007

Sierra Foothills, California

Region of the Week: July 3, 2007Less widely known than some of California's marquis growing regio... more

Written By: Brian Freedman on Tue, Jul 3rd 2007

Wines for the Fourth

Barbecue-Friendly Reds for your Holiday Gathering this 4th of JulyThe Fourth of July holiday is u... more

Written By: Brian Freedman on Wed, Jun 27th 2007

Anderson Valley

Region of the Week: June 24, 2007The Anderson Valley is one of the hidden gems of California. Its... more

Written By: Brian Freedman on Tue, Jun 26th 2007


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