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Lesser-Known California Wine Regions
California wine is synonymous with Sonoma and Napa, but there are many lesser-known regions that deserve some love.
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It's time to holly, jolly, and wow everyone with your gift giving skills. Not a wine pro? No problem, let...
November 19, 2024
Beaujolais is a wine-producing region where one grape steals the show: Gamay. This grape has a thin skin,...
October 25, 2024
On the third Thursday of November, the French celebrate Beaujolais Nouveau Day. This holiday marks the re...
California wine is synonymous with Sonoma and Napa, but there are many lesser-known regions that deserve some love.
Chenin Blanc is very aromatic with a high natural acidity, and depending on the winemaker or regional style, it can be light and crisp or full-bodied and lush, with oak notes similar to Chardonnay.
The weather is warming up, which can only mean one thing: It’s barbecue time! Of course, not everyone is a natural born grillmaster. For some, the thought of picking up the torch — literally and figuratively — can be pretty overwhelming. If you’re worried about having what it takes to be the ultimate BBQ host, don’t fret. Think about your hosting responsibilities in easy-to-break-down chunks to make planning a little easier (and a whole lot more fun)!
You want to start aging wine but don’t quite know where to begin. It’s certainly an experience to taste a wine that is 20, 30, or even 40 years old or to enjoy a wine from a certain year that may have a special meaning.
There are unknown wine regions in France that make spectacular wines---once you discover them, you'll fall in love.