Tempranillo vs Zinfandel

If you’re comparing Tempranillo vs Zinfandel, you’ve noticed there’s a difference. Smart! Tempranillo is dry, high-tannin, and red-fruited; Zinfandel is dry to off-dry, has jammy black fruit, higher alcohol, softer tannins, and a fuller body. Comparing Tempranillo vs Zinfandel is a perfect way to learn about these two common red wines. Tempranillo Basics: Spain’s Red […]

Top Picks for Fall Wines: 11 Bottles to Elevate Your Autumn

As the leaves turn and the air gets crisper, there’s an undeniable yearning for comfort. Steaming tea. Wooly sweaters. Cozy fires. The season leaves you yearning for something to warm your insides. That something is wine. In this fall wine guide, you’ll find a list of widely available fall wines that are perfect for the […]

Merlot Vegetarian Food Paring: 10 Great Options

Merlot is one of my all-time favorite wines, which is a good thing because I make Merlot every year and have a lot to drink! The best vegetarian dishes to pair with Merlot don’t have to be difficult. Food pairings that have earthy flavors and rich fat cheese or oil will compliment Merlot’s plump, plummy […]

A Good Red Wine for Beginners

Red wines are a little intimidating. They come in such a divergent range of profiles and flavors, that it’s no wonder you can stand in front of an isle of 100 different wines and decide it’s better to walk away empty handed.  A good red wine for beginners helps you learn about different grape profiles. […]

11 Strong Red Wines to Try Tonight!

So, you’re looking for a red wine with a little brawn to it? Something that will bite back with your BBQ brisket? Climate and grape variety both play a role in crafting strong red wines. Widely available good strong red wines with high alcohol include Zinfandel, warm climate Cabernet Sauvignon, and new world Syrah (Shiraz). […]

How Does Wine Fermentation Work?

Yeast metabolize sugar in grape juice and convert it to ethanol (alcohol), heat, and carbon dioxide. When the yeast have consumed all of the sugar, you have wine! Here’s how wine fermentation works.