Pinot Grigio: A Guide to the Basics
Meagan J. CurryPinot Grigio, also known as Pinot Gris, can produce far more complex wines than it often gets credit for. Pinot Gris, also known as Pinot Grigio, is among the world's…
Chenin Blanc — A Guide to the Basics
Historically, Chenin Blanc has been most famously grown in the Loire Valley. There is a legitimate argument to be made, however, that its many expressions from South Africa rival their French counterparts.…
Pinot Noir — A Guide to the Basics
Pinot Noir inspires more passion in its most ardent fans than any other grape variety. It makes sense: The history of Pinot can be traced back for the better part…
Merlot: A Basic Guide
Merlot is less well-known than Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir but can produce complex and long-lasting wines. There are plenty of boring, over-cropped Merlots that are excessively oaky and fruity. But the best Merlots…
Chardonnay – A Guide to the Basics
Chardonnay has become synonymous with white wines for many consumers. Chardonnay is a versatile wine that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Chardonnay is a popular grape, but its popularity…
Montepulciano – A Guide to the Basics
It's easy to confuse Vino Nobile di Montepulciano with the Montepulciano grape variety, best known in Italy's Abruzzo Region. Montepulciano, a grape, is best known for its Montepulciano d'Abruzzo wine,…
Syrah — A Guide to the Basics
We should address the proverbial elephant in the room first: Syrah and Shiraz refer to the same grape variety, yet neither is synonymous with Petite Sirah, which is a variety in its own…
Cabernet Sauvignon: All You Need To Know
Cabernet Sauvignon, to misquote an old cliche: is the elephant in your winery. This is the only red grape variety that is well-known and widely recognized. It's enough to say…
What is acidity in wine?
Try this experiment: Pour two glasses of white, or go to your local wine bar. The first glass should be a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand, while the second should…
What are Tannins in Wines?
The tannins are responsible for the dryness of red wine. Try this experiment to understand the dryness of red wine: Open a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon, or Syrah, two wines that…