Wine is one of the only alcoholic drinks that garners a certain level of know-how. Serving wine may seem like a simple task, but there’s more to it than just popping open a bottle and pouring it into a glass. Pouring wine is an art form, one that should not be taken for granted. This article will give you some…
Albarino wine is native to the northwestern corner of Iberia which today includes Spain and Portugal. Its cultivation and uses, however, have been traced back to ancient Romans, who often used it to blend with other varieties. History of Albarino Wine In the late 19th century, a grape phylloxera outbreak destroyed most European vineyards. Grape phylloxera is an…
Merlot wine falls under the red wine category and is recognized globally due to its dark-blue color. It is made from sweet merlot grapes, mainly from France. Furthermore, Merlot wine is also known for its soft texture and unique taste, with many referring to it as plummy or oaky. Read on to discover more about Merlot including its history, flavor…
Intriguing. If there were just one word to describe Petit Verdot wine (or its grapes) that would be it. With its abundance of unique aromas, flavors, and exquisite boldness, it would most certainly be intriguing. This wine type hails from Southwestern France, mainly in the Bordeaux region. These specific grapes are also highly sought after for their amazing blending capabilities.…
Have you ever wondered what ingredients are contained in that bottle of wine you finished off last night? Most people know the wine is made from grapes and that it can take a long time to make. Most of the time wine spends after harvest is in a steel or oak barrel, where it is left to age for sometimes…
Albarino wine is native to the northwestern corner of Iberia which today includes Spain and Portugal. Its cultivation and uses, however, have been traced back to ancient Romans, who often used it to blend with other varieties. History of Albarino Wine In the late 19th century, a grape phylloxera outbreak destroyed most European vineyards. Grape phylloxera is an…
Have you ever come across a wine called Tempranillo? If you haven’t yet don’t sleep on this one! Tempranillo is a highly-respected wine that can be used on its own or with other blends. We are going to discuss everything that you need to know about Tempranillo wine, also known as Cencibel, Tinto Fino, Aragonéz, and Tinta del Pais. This…
One of the most common questions among new wine connoisseurs is “what’s the difference between dry wine and sweet wine.” Just based on the way these two terms sound, most people assume that sweet wine would be the best choice but that is not necessarily true. To truly understand what these two styles really mean, keep reading! To put it…
When you are handed a glass of wine you take it, it’s wine. But, is there a proper way to hold your wine glass? Yes! And, it largely depends on the kind of wine that you are sipping. Benefits of Holding the Base A standard wine glass should be grasped closer to the base than the bowl. Grasping the base…
Charcuterie boards have become fashionable additions to any occasion. Not only is it totally Instagram–able, it’s a great crowd-pleaser you can customize to suit your occasions and your personal taste. We’ll teach you the basics of putting together a charcuterie board and pairing it with the perfect wine. The best charcuterie boards have a little bit of everything, but when…