Tempranillo vs Shiraz
If you’re thinking about the differences between Tempranillo vs Shiraz, you’re probably into savory wines. Shiraz has high tannins, with dark fruit, olive, and pepper. Tempranillo has red fruit and savory notes, like leather and tomato. Both wines are widely available. Comparing Tempranillo vs Shiraz is a must-try side-by-side tasting for newer red wine enthusiasts. […]
Tempranillo vs Malbec
Tempranillo vs Malbec makes sense if you’re newer to wine and trying to sort through the many different styles. Malbec has a medium to full body, rich flavor of plum and blueberry, and often a plush texture. Tempranillo has red fruit and savory notes. Both wines are widely available. Comparing Tempranillo vs Malbec is a […]
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 […]
Cabernet Sauvignon vs Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon expresses a firm body with bold notes of black fruits, herbal nuances, and drying tannins, while Merlot has silky red fruit flavors, smooth tannins, and a plush body.
What’s a Good Merlot Wine Price?
Merlot Price Ranges Merlot Price Ranges Merlot Category Price Range (USD) Entry-Level $4-$10 Mid-Priced $10-$15 Premium $15-$20 Super-Premium $20-$30 Shopping tip: Look for wine sales to discover higher-quality Merlots that fit within your budget. If you’re shopping for Merlot wine, good for you! Merlot’s a personal favorite and Merlot wine price is, for the most […]
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. […]
Touriga Nacional: Quick Guide
Pronounced: tore-ee-gah naw-see-oh-nahl If you’re holding a bottle of Touriga Nacional right now, please invite me over. Seriously. Touriga Nacional is a black wine grape native to Northern Portugal. Winemakers use Touriga Nacional as a main blending grape in age-worthy sweet fortified Port wines, as well as fine dry red table wines. Touriga Nacional wines […]
Negroamaro: A Comprehensive Guide
I was in the local bottle shop the other day talking to a man hanging out in the Italian wine section. He was looking for a one-off Italian red wine, and I suggested a Negroamaro-based Salice Salentino DOC wine. Never heard of Negroamaro or Salice Salentino before? You’re not alone! The thick-skinned Italian black wine […]
What’s Vermentino? Everything You Wanted to Know About Vermentino Wine
Vermentino (pronounced vur-men-tee-no) I recently enjoyed a Vermentino as an afternoon aperitif ahead of a large family meal. Our little bottle of Vermentino hailed from Napa, of all places, which was unexpected. Vermentino, a thin-skinned Italian white grape, is grown in Sardinia, Liguria, Corsica, and Provence (known as Rolle). It shares a high-acid style with […]
What Is Phylloxera And Why Is It Important?
At some point in everyone’s wine journey, they run into cryptic references of phylloxera. What is it and why is it such a big deal? Phylloxera is an aphid-like insect (a louse) that feeds on grapevine roots, killing the grapevine. The insect traveled from Eastern North America to Europe, devastating vineyards in the late 1800s. […]