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…
Barbera is a grape variety belonging to the Vitis vinifera family, also known as the “European wine grape”. Barbera wine goes under several different names that refer to where it was made. This includes Barbera d’Alba, Barbera d’Aosta, Barbera d’Asti, and Barbera del Monferrato. As you go through Italy region by region, the synonyms for Barbera wine only keep coming. They include but are…
The time has come to celebrate our wonderful country, and all that it stands for, once again. 4th of July celebrations evoke images of lounging in the sun and chowing down on some traditional 4th of July delectables. No doubt, sweet tea, soda, and beer are all acceptable pairings for this annual patriotic feast. However, toasting with the best American…
Father’s Day. The day that we let the man closest to our hearts know just how much he is appreciated. As the saying goes, the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. Father’s Day can’t go wrong with a nice, fulfilling meal – but this time with a vino twist! Pizza and beer are always a safe choice…
When pairing wine and French cuisine, the following phrase comes to mind: Repas sans vin, repas chagrin – A meal without wine is a sad meal. Here’s another phrase a bit closer to my heart: Quand le vin est tire, il faut le boire – When wine is poured, it must be drunk. Regardless of which phrase reflects your feelings,…
As wine aficionados, we appreciate pairing recommendations from the experts just as much as the next guy. But, as we all know, it really comes down to personal preference. With that being said, no wine police are going to come to drag you away if you decide to pair your vino with something out of the box. We’re breaking the…
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…
Red wine is a great drink to have at the end of a long, hard day. Especially, when you want something a bit stronger and more sophisticated than a beer. But, have you tried using red wine in cooking? Let’s take a look at some shocking red wine recipes from desserts to appetizers that you can make fabulous with just…
Whether it’s for your mom or the mother of your children, if she’s a wine lover, look no further! We’ve gathered the best gifts for wine lovers that are worthy of a mother’s love. While moms themselves are the greatest gifts, we think these fun and unique wine gifts are the next best thing. Give mom the gift of relaxation…
Although seemingly the unlikeliest of companions– fish and wine, can, in fact, go quite well together. That is, IF you do it right! Sticking to the old adage of having white wine with fish is never a bad choice, but you should feel free to mix it up a bit, too. Much like pairing wine with any dish, preference is…
