Moscato vs Rose: Quick Guide
Characteristics Moscato Rose Hue Pale lemon Pale pink to salmon Color White Pink Aromas Musky, orange blossom, tropical fruit Citrus, stone, red berry, melon, candy, flower, herbs Sweetness Mostly sweet Dry to Sweet Acid Medium to high Medium to high Alcohol (%) 5-11% 11% – 13% Body Light Light to Medium Intensity Medium Medium to […]
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 […]
Orange Wine vs Rose: What’s the Difference
You’ve heard of rosé wine (and probably enjoy it as much as I do), but what about orange wine? How does it compare to rosé and just what is it doing your wine glass? Orange wines are made using white wine grapes (like Chardonnay), and rose wines are made using red wine grapes (like Pinot […]
Is Rose Wine Sweet?
Rose Wine Sweetness Chart Ah! A lazy summer afternoon picnic and a bottle of chilled rosé wine. Maybe a little chevre cheese and a baguette. What more could you ask for? Before you head to the local wine shop, it’s helpful to know the style of rosé you’re getting. Is your rosé wine sweet or […]
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 […]
Why Is Rosé Wine Popular on Valentine’s Day?
If you haven’t had a bottle of rosé lately, you’re missing out. Pink wine’s popular resurgence reminds us that every wine has its time and place. Today, producers make rosés and release them around Valentine’s Day as a way to boost profits and keep their wineries running while their white and red wines continue aging. […]