The Morgan Long Family
Wine, Nectar of the Gods
Wine, Nectar of the Gods
Dad was a great wine expert. He served as the National President of the American Wine Society and received an award for Outstanding Member. He was a member and officer of many wine associations, and got to meet many of the famous vintners.
Photo by John Tagliaferro
His outgoing personality leant itself to his teaching and speaking. One of his most popular classes he taught was on how to host a wine tasting.
He loved sharing his knowledge with others, and wrote articles for many different magazines and associations.
Here are links to some of these articles he wrote. Hope you find them interesting!
A 1-page overview about wine that Dad wrote and presented; please click on it for the pdf!
Illustration. by Charles Long (our brother) for Dad's "Organizing and Conducting Wine Tastings" that he wrote for the American Wine Society.
Some of the Articles written by Dad
In The South Coast Insider magazine in Fall River, MA:
Fortunately there are a few simple ways to preserve and enjoy these leftover wines at your leisure. Read more
Feb 5, 2014 Alton Long Wine
With more research being done in this area over the recent years, there is good evidence that moderate consumption of wine can result in a healthier life. Read more
Sep 29, 2013 Alton Long Wine
Wine makers learned early on that the addition of a different grape variety could add complexity to a simple wine or, conversely, soften an intense flavor. Read more
Mar 25, 2013 Alton Long Wine
"Oh my, the grapes that were used to make this wine were picked when Abraham Lincoln was still alive.” This experience has stayed with me and has made me very conscious of the longevity of well-made wines. Read more
Feb 26, 2013 Alton Long Wine
Perfect Couple - Chocolate and Wine?
Chocolate will overpower lighter wines. But if the chocolate is a lighter variety, however, it will enhance the flavor of an elegantly toned rich wine. Read more
Jan 27, 2013 Alton Long Wine
Home winemaking has been a tradition for centuries. It made a real revival during prohibition in the United States when the constitutional amendment banning the manufacture, sale and transportation of alcohol was passed and enforced from 1920-1933. Read more
Jan 3, 2013 Alton Long Wine
The Perfect Gift - Wine, of Course
The most popular bottle of wine to give for the holidays, as you might expect, is a nice bottle of bubbly. It doesn’t not need to be a genuine French Champagne, but that will always be most impressive. Read more
Dec 15, 2012 Alton Long Wine
Many people treat a bottle of wine, especially if cost more than $20, as if it was a baby or fragile pet. They keep it wrapped if they take it out in the winter to avoid any sudden cold shock and bring it in the house as soon as possible. Read more
Dec 2, 2012 Alton Long Wine
The wine was a little sweeter than I usually like. If the wine’s acids had been a little higher, that might have balanced it out. And I once again appreciated the difference between “taste” and “flavor.” Read more
Nov 14, 2012 Alton Long Wine
The name Tempranillo is derived from the Spanish word temprano implying that it is an “early” ripening grape; it ripens several weeks earlier than most Spanish red grapes. Read more
Sep 25, 2012 Alton Long The Insider
The end of summer seems to be a special time for wine lovers. We all know that the harvesting of the grapes will be starting soon and that we may be able to enjoy watching the pressing of the grapes and flow of the wine juice, frothy and aromatic. Read more
Sep 11, 2012 Alton Long Wine
Holding a wine tasting is a great way to entertain your friends and neighbors. It does not have to be a somber and serious activity. It can be for fun and pleasure, yet somewhat educational. Read more
Jul 30, 2012 Alton Long Wine
Understanding what the name of a wine means and learning to “read” the wine label, are very much akin, so this article will help you with both. What, who, where, and when Read more
Jun 29, 2012 Alton Long Wine
Gewurztraminer the Wine of Great Aromas
Gewurztraminer is a wine whose name is hard to pronounce, but it has a flavor you will never forget. It is known for its intense floral and spicy aroma and flavor. Some wine writers say it has a distinctly floral bouquet, reminiscent of w Read more
May 25, 2012 Alton Long Wine
The menu at this Fall River institution is decidedly Portuguese, but there are many classic dishes, ranging from seafood and chicken to great soups and fine steaks. Read more
May 9, 2012 Alton Long Food
North of San Francisco, California, is a region that hosts over 250 wineries situated in several different American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) which encompass close to a quarter of a million acres. Read more
Mar 27, 2012 Alton Long Wine
In the Morning Call:
What is a Good Wine? Answer is Complex
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