Mourvèdre – A Comprehensive Guide

Pronunciation: moor-VEHD-ruh Mourvèdre, also known as Monastrell or Mataro, is a red wine grape with its roots in Spain. It’s a versatile grape used in both blends and as a single varietal, showcasing robust, full-bodied dry red wines with complex flavors of dark fruits, earthiness, and spices. TL;DR: If you like bold, full-bodied red wine, […]

Easiest Appetizers for Wine Tasting: 14 Great Picks

If you’re in the habit of hosting last-minute wine tastings, or just not that into cooking, then you’ll want super easy appetizer options. The easiest appetizers for wine tastings are pre-packaged, shelf-stable, or easy to grab and go. Foods like popcorn, chips, cheese, olives, and even sushi are great appetizer options that complement wine tastings. […]

Is Sparkling Wine the Same as Champagne?

Who doesn’t love bottles of bubbles? Alas, the confusing classifications and label names put pressure on you to sort things out for yourself. Unhelpful – or is it? Sparkling wine isn’t the same as Champagne. Sparkling wine is an umbrella term that describes all bubbly wines no matter where they’re made in the world. Champagne […]

White Spanish Wine: 9 Must-Try Whites

We all know and love Spanish red wines – the famous Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Rioja, but what about Spanish white wines? If you want to try white Spanish wines, look for Albariño, Godello, Rioja Blanca, Verdejo, Macabeo, and Cava. Don’t overlook Andalucia’s traditional Sherry. Spanish white wines pair well with tapas. Looking for a unique […]

15 Fun Champagne Facts

Whether you’re getting ready to host your next wine trivia night, or are just curious about the sparkles in your glass, here are 15 fun Champagne facts to pair with your next bottle of bubbles. 1. Champagne wine can only come from Champagne, France The European Union takes its trademarks seriously, and Champagne is a […]

How to Pair Champagne and Chocolate

Chocolate and bubbly may seem like a brilliant combo, but more often than not your pairing will end up like an ill-fated blind date in your mouth, leaving you thinking: THAT didn’t work out! But if you’re looking to splurge on a little luxury, take a quick moment to learn about how to painlessly pair […]