Grüner Veltliner vs Viognier: What’s the Difference?

Grüner Veltliner vs Viognier is a fun comparison because these are two less common white wines. Grüner Veltliner is a dry, lean, citrus-driven white wine with high acid. Viognier is a low-acid, fuller-bodied white wine with stone fruit and florals. TL;DR: These are very different white wines. You’ll want to do a side-by-side tasting. Here’s what […]

How Is Rose Made?

Who doesn’t love an uncomplicated glass of chilled rose wine on a lazy afternoon?  There are four ways to make rosé wine: maceration, direct press, saigneé, and blending. Winemakers choose one method over the other based on the pink wine style they want to make, and in some regions, tradition. Here’s what you need to […]