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…
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.…
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…
Wine tasting order is a vital aspect of the wine tasting experience. If you haven’t noticed yet, wine tasting can seem very complex but I promise, once you’ve done it a couple of times, it will come as second nature. I enjoy educating you guys so that when you go to a wine tasting event, you can get the most…
