A small library for wine and spirits

Essays, guides, and notes to help understand and enjoy

From past events

A beginner-friendly guide to the most important Cava label terms, from Brut Nature and Guarda to Gran Reserva and Paraje Calificado.

wine · Apr 14, 2026 · 11 min read

A beginner-friendly guide to the differences between Cava and Champagne, including grapes, style, price, and when to buy each.

wine · Apr 14, 2026 · 7 min read

A beginner-friendly guide to the main styles of Port, from Ruby and Tawny to LBV, Vintage, White, Colheita, Crusted, and more.

wine · Apr 14, 2026 · 8 min read

I'm Leon Lin. My library is a space to make wine and spirits feel less intimidating — and also for occasional in-person tasting workshops.