10 Lesser Known Wine Regions to try in 2024
-
Georgia - Kakheti, Alazani Valley:
- Grapes: Saperavi, Rkatsiteli
- Must-Try: Qvevri-aged wines, especially the amber wines.
- Winemakers: Pheasant's Tears, Iago's Wine
-
Slovenia - Gorizia Hills, Brda:
- Grapes: Rebula (Ribolla Gialla), Refošk (Refosco)
- Must-Try: Orange wines and Teran reds.
- Winemakers: Movia, Kabaj Morel
-
Italy - Etna, Sicily:
- Grapes: Nerello Mascalese, Carricante
- Must-Try: Etna Rosso, Carricante-based whites.
- Winemakers: Frank Cornelissen, Benanti
-
France - Savoie, Apremont:
- Grapes: Jacquère, Altesse
- Must-Try: Apremont AOC wines, crisp and vibrant whites.
- Winemakers: Domaine Louis Magnin, André et Michel Quenard
-
Spain - Bierzo, Castilla y León:
- Grapes: Mencía, Godello
- Must-Try: Mencía reds, especially those from old vines.
- Winemakers: Descendientes de J. Palacios, Raul Perez
-
Austria - Kamptal, Langenlois:
- Grapes: Grüner Veltliner, Riesling
- Must-Try: Grüner Veltliner Smaragd, mineral-driven Rieslings.
- Winemakers: Weingut Bründlmayer, Weingut Hirsch
-
Lebanon - Batroun, North Governorate:
- Grapes: Obeidy, Syrah
- Must-Try: Obeidy whites, expressive and elegant Syrahs.
- Winemakers: Château Musar, Ixsir
-
Portugal - Colares, Lisbon:
- Grapes: Ramisco, Malvasia
- Must-Try: Colares reds, known for their unique sandy soil influence.
- Winemakers: Adega Regional de Colares, Casal Sta. Maria
-
Greece - Tinos, Cyclades:
- Grapes: Assyrtiko, Mavrotragano
- Must-Try: Assyrtiko whites, rare and intriguing Mavrotragano reds.
- Winemakers: T-Oinos, Domaine de Kalathas
-
United States - El Dorado County, California:
- Grapes: Zinfandel, Rhône Varietals
- Must-Try: Old-vine Zinfandels, Rhône-style blends.
- Winemakers: Skinner Vineyards, Holly's Hill Vineyard
Wine 101
Holiday Pairing Guide — 10 Essentials Thanksgiving Wine Pairing Guide: 10 Wines for a Delicious Feast Thanksgiving is our favorite kind of chaos: a table full of savory, sweet, crunchy, and creamy — all at...
Read more →Latest articles
Wine Education · Opinion Don’t Fear Non-Vintage: The Case for Blending Across Seasons We expect wine to behave like a time capsule. One year, frozen in glass. But a single season can be cruel or kind, and ...
What's Below: BBQ & Grilling Perfect Red Wines Meat & Wine Matches Veggie Grill Wines Pool Party Essentials Crisp White Wines Rosé All Day Sparkling Options Party Planning Ho...
What's Below: European Gems Slovenia's Hidden Tuscany Austria's White Wine Wonderland Spain's High-Altitude Surprise New World Discoveries Mexico's Wine Revolution Brazil's Italian Influ...
We've paired every single Trader Joe's cheese with the perfect wine. Your next cheese board is about to get very, very good. The Ultimate Trader Joe's Cheese & Wine Pairing Guide Look, Trader Joe...
"Liberté, égalité, fraternité" The key to great Bastille Day wine pairing is choosing authentic French wines that complement traditional French foods without overpowering them. Rich cheeses, herb-crus...
What wine should you have on 4th of July? These (All American) ones!
"Wine was never trying to be cool. And thank goodness for that." Every few months, another think piece declares wine dead. "Gen Z has killed wine." "Hard seltzers are the new wine." "Why wine isn't cool...
What's Below: The Foundation Introduction The Absolute Reality Real Shopping Experience Digital & Psychological The iPhone Test Psychology of Enhancement Addressing the Purists ...
Image source: Valentina Vineyards. San Diego's top source of organically farmed wine grapes. San Diego County boasts over 172 active wineries and vineyards across diverse microclimates, from coastal va...
Italy boasts a rich tapestry of wine regions, each with its unique terroir, indigenous grape varieties, and winemaking traditions. Join us on a journey through all 20 Italian administrative regions, from int...
The journey of wine grapes from vineyard to bottle is a fascinating process guided by both science and tradition. Let's explore how vignerons determine the perfect moment to pick their grapes for optima...
Easter Wine Pairings That Won't Disappoint Easter is hopping our way, and whether you're hosting an elegant brunch or a family feast, the right wine can transform your gathering from merely memorabl...
Explore Sherry: Spain's Ancient Fortified Treasure Source: Consejo Regulador de los Vinos de Jerez y Manzanilla. If you are trying to get an excellent academic understanding of Sherry, its various styl...
Explore Washington State Wine Source: Washington State Wine Commission. If you are trying to get an excellent academic understanding of Washington State, its various wine regions, and its role within t...
