Aug 30th 2025
There are a lot of views toward wine, and once we eliminate labels and prices, wine appears to be mysterious. A blind wine tasting implies that we taste wine without knowing what it is. This takes away labeling and price tags and allows our taste buds to do the talking. It can make an ordinary evening into a thrilling challenge when it is hos
Aug 29th 2025
A great bottle is something to remember and can stay imprinted in the mind for 10 or 20 years, in case it is produced to last. By the best wines for aging, we mean wines that become more flavorful, fragrant, and smooth in the process of aging. Not all bottles should be aged to get better. There are wines that are to be drunk when fresh and young, a
Aug 22nd 2025
Zinfandel is outrageous, unapologetic, and distinctly American. It is more than a grape to most wine lovers; it is a living heritage that connects us with the wild early years of California. When we drink, we are sipping a taste of this history: spicy, jammy reds in Lodi and elegant, well-balanced Zins in Sonoma. The grape itself is extremely flexi
Aug 19th 2025
Pinot Grigio is described as dry, mineral-driven, high in acidity, crisp, and having lime notes. Pinot Gris is noted for nectarine, higher sugar content, honey, and a rich, silky texture. The overlapping section highlights shared tasting notes, including pear, citrus, honeysuckle, apple, and zest. Have you ever looked at the wine shelf and thought,
Aug 16th 2025
The heat of summer comes on, and there is nothing better than a chilled pour of rosé wine. We see it each year when rosé wine sales rise in June and July, and it has something to do with the beautiful pink color. The idea that all rosés are sweet is a myth; rosé wine spans the range from crisp bone bone-dry to fruity, sw
Aug 15th 2025
We used to think of Prosecco as a brunchy drink, mimosas, and waffles on the weekend. Nonetheless, this sparkling wine is thriving in 2025. It's affordable, charming, and surprisingly versatile. We will demonstrate how Prosecco can give some fizz to your Saturday to Friday dinners, Tuesday takeout to Friday movie night. We are going to pop the cork
Aug 8th 2025
At one time, Merlot used to be the hero of most of the meals in the 80s and 90s. Then the film Sideways mocked it and nearly edged Merlot off the stage. In 2025, Merlot is coming back. Merlot is getting renewed attention from wine producers in Bordeaux, Washington, and Napa. They are emphasizing subtlety, flaunting the terroir in which every
Aug 7th 2025
Think of a patio in the sun-shiny Mediterranean breeze: fresh grilled shrimp, the basil pesto pasta, and a zinging glass of Sauvignon Blanc. That is the scene, and very well it deserves to be, as it is one of the most food-compatible, high-acid whites in the world. From the misty Loire Valley of France to Marlborough on the coast of New Zealand, it
Aug 1st 2025
With glass in hand, Chardonnay adds the pleasing option with the taste of pure minerality to a luxurious creaminess. In 2025, an increasing number of people are moving toward lighter, terroir-driven wines with moderate alcohol levels. However, the reality is that when someone talks about Chardonnay, one still imagines big, bold, and butter-bo
Jul 29th 2025
We have all witnessed the Napa Cabernets hog the limelight, but Pinot Noir has something about it that is quite magical. It is the world traveling star, from Burgundy to Oregon, California to New Zealand, winning hearts with its grace and delicacy. In 2025, wine consumers are moving toward terroir-expressive, climate-sensitive Pinots: lighter, eart
Jul 25th 2025
Wine drinkers, let’s face it, we've all swirled a luscious red or crisp white in a glass before, and we haven’t been tasting just the wine; we’ve been watching the whole process. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself, does the shape of the wine glass affect the taste of wine? We figured we would explore this long-standing deba
Jul 22nd 2025
You are relaxing on a sun-drenched terrace with a view of the sea. There is a plate of grilled octopus in front of you, and a chilled glass of something crisp, salty, and citrusy in your hand. That is Vermentino – the Mediterranean’s best-kept white wine secret. Vermentino embodies coastal wine energy. It’s planted on breezy
Jul 18th 2025
You’re in the wine shop. You want something bubbly. You see, Champagne: classy, expensive, and prestigious. Then you see Crémant, beside it, for less money, and with a French label you don’t recognize. Same vibe, half the price. What’s going on here? Crémant and Champagne are both bubbly and elegant, but they come to
Jul 4th 2025
There's something special about being next to the ocean. The salty air on your skin, the cool breeze dissipating the morning fog, and the distant sound of crashing waves bring serenity to the silence. That oceanic charm isn't just in the air — it makes its way into the vineyards and creates what we know as coastal wine. The sea's rhythm influ
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