Do you know your ABVs? A wine with less than 11% ABV is considered to have a low alcohol…
International Merlot Day is November 7th and to celebrate we’re sharing just why this delicious grape is so special.…
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Do you know your ABVs? A wine with less than 11% ABV…
Wine and Food
Over the years, New Zealand has developed their travel, food, and wine…
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Q. What is the Rhône’s only all-rosé appellation called? A. Tavel is the only all-rosé appellation in the Rhône,…
Q. What does “Falernian” refer to? A. The Ancient Roman Empire considered Falernum, or Falernian wine, the greatest and…
A meatier fish such as salmon is the perfect pairing with the full-bodied, ageable rosé wine, Tavel. Tavel is…
Q. What does “cava” translate to? A. Cava translates to “wine cellar,” where this Spanish sparkling wine is stored…
Sauvignon Blanc is a great warm weather sipper. Typically light, bright, and citrusy, it pairs well with the refreshing…
How are you toasting summer’s final full month? Maybe you’ll mix up a pitcher of fruity sangria, host one…
Q. What is the fastest way to chill a bottle of wine? A. Submerge the bottle in ice, water,…
Q. What makes Carneros in California such a special wine region? A. Carneros is the only Californian AVA, or…
When I was invited to a wine pairing dinner at Avra Estiatorio in Beverly Hills featuring the wines of Domaine Carneros,…
Lambrusco, the effervescent red wine from Italy, is in the midst of an exciting renaissance. In recent years, the…
Saying “wine and cheese” is like saying “peanut butter and jelly” or “pancakes and syrup,” and not just because…
Port wine is not the first thing that comes to mind for a refreshing summer aperitif: as delicious as…
What are the dog days of summer? If you thought they were the hottest days of the season when…
The right wine and food pairing can transform your meal from ordinary to extraordinary, and seafood—whether delicate scallops, flavorful…
In Episode 3 of The Inside Wine Podcast — “Does Wine Get Better With Age?” — the discussion touched…