This time of year, every website, blog, and publication has a gift list for that special person in your life, or your boss, or your best friend, or your best friend’s dog. Instead of another list of ideas…
How well do you know your California wine History? Test your knowledge with this basic quiz!
People have been wrapping their cold hands around hot mugs of mulled wine for as long as we’ve craved comfort drinks—that is to say, for centuries. It is a beloved tradition that transcends countries, cultures, and even times…
When I started French Wine Tutor last July, the top questions I received all led back to the Champagne region—and with good reason. Used as a bargaining chip and a battle ground in a variety of world wars,…
Reprinted with permission from Red Wine: The Comprehensive Guide To The 50 Essential Varieties & Styles by Kevin Zraly, Mike DeSimone & Jeff Jenssen, Sterling Epicure, 2017. Port wine originated in Portugal, and the grapes used in the…