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What is Noble Rot? Rot is the bane of a winemaker’s existence, but there is one very special one—Botrytis cinerea, or “noble rot”—that makes some

What is Noble Rot? Rot is the bane of a winemaker’s existence, but there is one very special one—Botrytis cinerea, or “noble rot”—that makes some

What is a Good Staple Wine to Pair With Food? Sangiovese wine from Chianti Classico in Tuscany is an ideal pairing with many kinds of

Can Grapes Grow in Volcanic Soil? Volcanic soil is considered to be some of the best for growing grapes. Some grapevines are even grown in

Why Does My Wine Smell Like Bread? Have you ever noticed the heady scent of fresh-baked bread in your wine? You weren’t imagining it—this comes

International Cabernet Franc Day is December 4th and to celebrate we’re sharing just why this delicious grape is so special. To most this grape is

Early Bird Gets the Bubbles Sparkling wines are made from lesser-ripe grapes than those used for still wines. They are picked earlier in harvest so
Anna, a Minnesota native, graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she studied Marketing and Digital Studies. She is a lover of traveling and scuba diving, trying new restaurants, exploring New York City, and of course all things good wine and cocktails!



