As the crisp autumn air sets in and the days grow shorter, it’s the perfect time to explore red wines that embody the warmth and richness of the season. Whether you’re cozying up by the fireplace or hosting…
I Don’t Have a DOCG in That Fight On Italian wine labels, DOC and DOCG are indicators of quality. Where DOC wines must be grown and produced in accordance with specific rules, DOCG wines must additionally pass a…
Elevate Your Junk Food Sparkling wine pairs easily with many foods, but the following in particular taste delicious with a bottle of bubbly: anything salty (potato chips, nuts), creamy or starchy (risotto, creamy cheeses), smoky (smoked salmon or…
The Fresh Wine of Bel-Air Decanting enhances a wine’s flavor by exposing it to fresh air and allowing it to “breathe:” this means the aromas and flavors will be expressed as the winemaker intended them.
Not to Be Poured on Your Waffles Dosage is a mixture of wine and sugar syrup used when making traditional method sparkling wines, like Champagne or Cava. The dosage is added right before the bottle is corked for…
