Noble Rot in Winemaking [Botrytis Wine Explained] Wait, rotten grapes you say? No thanks!I know that was my first reaction to hearing about noble rot in winemaking.But, it's
Complete Guide to Nero d’Avola Wine | Wine 101
Complete Guide to Nero d’Avola Wine | Wine 101Nero d’Avola, also known as Calabrese, comes from the southern Italian island of Sicily.Rightfully dubbed Sicily’s “king of red wines,”
Terroir Explained: The Unique Expression of Place in Wine
Terroir is a French term that refers to the unique set of environmental factors, including climate, geology, and topography, which influence a wine's character and quality. It encompasses the
Complete Guide to Sangiovese Wine | Wine 101
Sangiovese, when done right, exudes flavors ranging from red cherry to black plum, from vanilla to smoke, and from violets to tar. Indeed, it’s one of the few
Complete Guide to Zinfandel Wine | Wine 101
From dry, bold, and jammy to light, blush, and sweet, Zinfandel is perhaps the only grape that plays both sides of the field - pulling it off beautifully. Despite
Complete Guide to Pinot Noir Wine | Wine 101
Complete Guide to Pinot Noir Wine | Wine 101 Pinot Noir is the most approachable of all red wines because it has low tannins, bright acidity, and fresh
Complete Guide to Rioja Wine | Wine 101
Complete Guide to Rioja Wine | Wine 101Rioja, more than a blend, is a region notorious for elegant and complex wines with rigorous aging requirements and a wealth
Complete Guide to Tempranillo Wine | Wine 101
Complete Guide to Tempranillo Wine | Wine 101Cherry, raspberry, earth, leather, bold, rich… if there was ever a wine to encapsulate every aspect of the spectrum, it would
Complete Guide to Grenache Wine | Wine 101
With intense black cherry and red berry flavors, hints of white pepper, and an intense alcohol content, Grenache, is a heartwarming wine and sometimes complex wine.In this guide,
Complete Guide to Pinot Grigio Wine | Wine 101
Pinot Grigio is as interesting as it is delicious. Not only is it a red grape that mostly makes white wine, but it is often mistaken for Italian