Best Red Wine to Drink Without Food? 6 Easy Options
The best red wine to drink without food will be lighter in tannins, alcohol, and body. Look for red wines like bright styles of Pinot Noir, Beaujolais Nouveau and Gamay, lighter Merlot wines, and Dolcetto. What Is the Best Red Wine to Drink Without Food? Here’s a list of the best red wines to drink […]
Pinotage Cheese Pairing
Cheese and wine is probably my favorite Friday night meal. Add some sliced apple and a small bowl of olives and I’m ready to welcome the weekend. Pinotage cheese pairing needs to match the wine’s smoke, meat, and earth flavors to the cheese. Pair Pinotage with creamy cheese, like brie, smoked cheese, like gouda, and […]
How Many Bottles of Wine Do You Need for Thanksgiving Dinner?
Thanksgiving is synonymous with warmth, laughter, and, of course, a bountiful feast. Amidst the delightful chaos of preparing the perfect Thanksgiving dinner, one question often lingers in the minds of hosts: How many bottles of wine do you need for Thanksgiving dinner? Estimate one bottle of wine per every two guests, here’s what you need […]
Syrah vs Grenache
When it comes to red wines, teasing out the differences is essential for budding aficionados. In this comparison, we explore the basics of Syrah vs. Grenache. Syrah typically presents a bold body with robust dark fruit flavors, while Grenache offers a medium to full body with red fruit. Both Syrah and Grenache are often priced […]
Shiraz vs Merlot
When it comes to red wines, understanding the differences can help you pick out wines you enjoy, like Shiraz vs. Merlot. Shiraz has a fuller body, higher tannins, dark fruits, and black pepper, while Merlot offers a medium to full body, rich berry flavors, and a smoother texture. Shiraz will be darker in your glass […]
Nebbiolo Pairing: 15 Divine Everyday Dishes
When it comes to pairing Nebbiolo wines with food, certain dishes can enhance the wine tasting experience, bringing out the best in both the wine and the food. Here’s a helpful Nebbiolo wine guide if you’re curious about this King of Italian grapes. 15 Best Foods for Nebbiolo Pairing Check out this list of recommended […]
How to Make Red Wine Taste Less Bitter
If you’re not a frequent wine drinker, or making the shift from sports drinkes or soda pop to the world of wine, the occasional bitter sip can be a bit surprising. To make your wine less bitter, add 1/8th of a teaspoon (~.5 grams) of sugar at a time to your glass. Swirl the wine […]
12 Must-Try Wines Similar to Merlot
If you’re a fan of the velvety allure of Merlot, but want to try something new, then you have options. Red wines like Merlot but not Merlot include: Malbec, Grenache, Gamay, Cinsault, Barbera, Dolcetto, Tempranillo, Mourvedre, Carignan, Counoise, Bonarda, and Dornfelder. Merlot’s soft, medium body and velvet texture profile make it an approachable red wine […]
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 […]
How Does Wine Taste Like Chocolate?
If you’ve found this post, I’m willing to bet you’re drinking a red wine that tastes like chocolate. But is it milk chocolate or dark chocolate? The chocolate and mocha flavors common in wine come from oak. There’s no real chocolate in your wine. Winemakers use toasted French or American oak to give your wine […]