Best Dessert Wines for After Dinner Sipping
I came to dessert wines late. For most of my drinking life, I thought “dessert wine” meant something sickly-sweet that you’d only encounter at a...
Austin Hope Winery and Their Paso Robles Wines
My first real introduction to Paso Robles happened at a small wine bar in San Francisco where a bartender poured me something I hadn’t heard...
What Is Barolo Wine? An Italian Red Guide
Barolo came into my life through a half-bottle at an Italian restaurant that I ordered mostly because the price was reasonable and I was curious....
What Is Dry Sherry and How to Drink It
Understanding Dry Sherry Wine Sherry is a fortified wine from the region of Jerez in Spain. It is unique production process and distinct flavor profile....
French Wine Regions Collectors Should Know
A friend once told me that trying to understand French wine from scratch was like trying to learn chess by starting with the rule book...
Red Wine Varieties Explained for New Drinkers
Exploring the World of Red Wine Red wine has been cherished for centuries, representing a variety of flavors and traditions across the globe. With a...
How to Open Champagne Safely Without the Pop
I watched someone shake a Champagne bottle at a party once — just start vigorously shaking it while walking toward a group of people, grinning....
How Many Glasses of Wine in a Standard Bottle
The standard 750 ml wine bottle is one of those things you use constantly without ever thinking about where the number came from. I looked...
What Color Is Burgundy Wine Exactly?
The Allure of Burgundy Wine Color Burgundy, a rich and distinct hue, captures the essence of classic elegance. Rooted in the shades of the French...
Chile Wine Regions and Their Distinct Styles
Chilean Wine Regions: What That Long Skinny Country Produces Chile looks weird on a map. This super long, super narrow country squeezed between the Andes...
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