Vermentino vs Chardonnay
Comparing Vermentino vs Chardonnay wine makes sense. These two white wines can seem similar. Vermentino is lighter bodied than Chardonnay, with white floral and mineral notes. Chardonnay is fuller bodied with a wider range of aromas. Both are medium alcohol and intensity. Here’s what you need to know about Vermentino vs Chardonnay. Vermentino Basics: Mediterranean […]
Best Thanksgiving Wines: 13 Options for Every Budget
As the autumn landscape transforms, with leaves ablaze in hues of gold and a crisp chill gracing the air, the season of Thanksgiving draws near. While families prepare their feasts and gather in gratitude, wine enthusiasts set out on a quest for the perfect Thanksgiving wines to enhance their celebrations. The best Thanksgiving red wines […]
11 Popular Wine Regions and Their Signature Wines
Whether you’re a budding wine enthusiast or simply curious to learn more, anyone can explore top wine regions, famous wine appellations, and iconic wines. From Bordeaux to Napa Valley, uncover the top destinations, wine styles, and notable appellations in this quick guide to popular wine regions. Indulge in the flavors and embrace the allure of […]
Chardonnay vs Sauvignon Blanc: What Will You Drink Tonight?
If you’re exploring white wines, then Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are an obvious starting point. These two French white wines couldn’t be more different. Chardonnay is richer with fuller body, while Sauvignon Blanc has medium body, intense fruit, and high acid. Chardonnay offers citrus, apple, peach, and pineapple flavors, while Sauvignon Blanc has gooseberry, passionfruit, […]
Chenin Blanc vs Chardonnay: Which Is Better?
Both Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay are classic French white wines, but just what sets them apart? Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay produce dry white wines. Chenin Blanc is versatile, offering off-dry and dessert options, with higher acid, lighter body, and intense aromas of pear, melon, and quince. Chardonnay, softer in acid and heavier-bodied, exhibits citrus, apple, […]
Chablis Wine
Wine naming conventions can be confusing, especially when the wine goes by a growing region and not a grape. Chablis (shah-blee) wines are made from 100% Chardonnay grapes in north-central France. Chablis is a dry white wine with high acid, green apple and citrus notes. Chablis is typically unoaked with a mineral quality making it […]
8 White More Wines Like Sauvignon Blanc
If you’re in love with Sauvignon Blanc, you’re not alone. This little grape wraps itself in fresh fruit and popping acidity that makes for a versatile wine, great for sipping solo or food pairing. Love white wines like Sauvignon Blanc? Try Soave, Picpoul, Chablis, Silvaner, Assyrtiko, Albarino, Vinho Verde, and Verdejo. These white wines all […]
5 Fun Chardonnay Facts
Chardonnay holds a prized place in Burgundy. But what other secrets does it hold? Here are five fun Chardonnay facts for your next trivia night.
Why Does My Wine Taste Like Butter?
If you’ve ever taken a sip of wine and thought that it tasted like butter, you’re not imagining things! It does! The buttery flavors and aromas in wine come from a winemaking process called malolactic conversion. The official name for the buttery flavor is diacetyl. Bacteria are responsible for malolactic conversion. Winemakers will choose whether […]
Starting WSET Diploma
Hi All, A brief public announcement that I’ve officially enrolled in the WSET Diploma program. I can’t believe I’m writing this! Deep breath. What Is the WSET Diploma? The Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Diploma in Wine is a flagship industry certification that examines the production and business sides of the wine trade. The […]