Wine 101
When it comes to growing wine grapes, the method of training the vines plays a crucial role in determining the quality and yield of the grapes. Different regions around the world have developed their own unique training methods...
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This week we are going to teach you the difference between mass-produced, supermarket wine and small-scale, artisanal wine. We are going to teach you the science behind making wine that lasts decades without using any added che...
Valpolicella, located in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy, just to the east of beautiful Lake Garda, is renowned for its exceptional wines many of which can be a great value in America. With a rich winemaking history tha...
Cabernet Sauvignon is a renowned grape variety that has captivated wine enthusiasts around the world. It originated in the 17th century in the Bordeaux region of France, where it was created as a result of a natural crossing be...
Beaujolais Nouveau is a unique and highly anticipated wine that is released on the third Thursday of November each year. This young and vibrant red wine is made from Gamay grapes and is known for its fruity flavors and light bo...
This blog covers the different types of Beaujolais, the Crus of Beaujolais, the best wines and vintages to try, and it covers natural winemaking, and the super fun and contentious Beaujolais Nouveau! Feel free to skip around an...
Wine-Based Cocktails: A Journey Through History and Flavors Dive into the world of wine-based cocktails with us! From the classic Mimosa to the trendy Negroni Sbagliato, we're exploring the origins and recipes of some of the...
This week we want to highlight some pretty sweet women in the wine world. The history of women in the wine industry reads similar to that of most industries in the US and around the world. Women did not begin influencing wine-m...
We've heard of Savoie a few times before when reading about France's other wine regions, but the chapters on Savoie are always really short, and at the conclusion of the text, kind of as an afterthought.
Winemaking is art and science blended together. For a winemaker, good wine stems from good grapes — it all starts in the vineyard. Good grapes. Good soil. Good weather. Good ripening. Good harvest date. Equals good wine. Let's ...
by Andrew Lowry *Wine labels are tricky! If you're interested in knowing a little more about the wine you are drinking from Napa, scroll all the way to the bottom for labeling laws set forth by the TTB. If not, let's get into w...
The Garden of France!
Ahhh, il dolce far niente. Italy — we love you so much and couldn't be more excited to share with you all one of our favorite wine regions in the world, Chianti!
Tip #10: Have fun! And bring great company. Wine is always best when shared with friends and family.
We polled, you answered, and we listened. The South Africa blog post is here!
We bet you've probably never had Champagne...
