Sangiovese vs Pinot Noir
When it comes to red wines, you’re going to come across two popular drinkers: Sangiovese and Pinot Noir. Italy’s Sangiovese has a medium body, biting acidity with high tannins and crunchy cherry and herbal notes. Pinot Noir tends to have a lighter body, softer tannins, red berries, and warm spice. You’ll find both wines in […]
Barbera: A Comprehensive Guide
Pronunciation: bar-BEHR-uh Barbera, a red wine varietal, finds itself at home in the vineyards of northwestern Italy. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or a curious beginner, this comprehensive Baraber guide will introduce you to this delicious red wine. What Kind of Wine Is Barbera? Barbera is a medium-bodied red wine with medium to high acidity, […]
What Wine Tastes Like Fruit? 10 Great Options
I love fruity wines. Pungent, strong, unabashed fruity powerhouses. Five delicious, fruity white wines are Moscato d’Asti, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Torrontes, and Riesling. Five fruity red wines are Lambrusco, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Beaujolais Nouveau, and Sangiovese (Chianti). Fruity aromas come from the grape and winemaking process, making some wines fruitier than others. Here’s what you […]
What Wine Tastes Like Strawberries?
One of the most fascinating things about wine is that they come in so many different flavors, including strawberry. Fruit wines made from strawberries will always taste like strawberries, but other wines made from grapes taste like strawberries, too. Look for wines made from Grenache or Garnacha, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, and Tempranillo. Chianti, Rioja, and […]
What Does Old Wine Smell Like?
Old wine will smell like dried fruit instead of fresh fruit and have an intoxicating mix of savory qualities, like tobacco, jerky, and balsamic vinegar. Here’s what you need to know!
What Makes a Chianti Wine? 7 Quick Chianti Facts
What’s not to love? At home in the rolling hills of Tuscany, Chianti is the perfect wine for spaghetti night. Uncork these 7 fun facts about this Italian grape and pick a great bottle of Chianti every time.
How to Taste Wine Properly: 6 Easy Steps
Every wine lover starts at the beginning. Here are 6 simple steps you can use to taste a new wine and break down its structure.
Why Blend Wines? 7 Practical Reasons
You’re used to seeing wine labels that list wines by grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, or Chardonnay. You’ve also seen the more generic ‘blend’ on a label, with nary a mention of the grapes inside. But why do winemakers blend wine in the first place? Blending is one of the few practical tools a winemaker has […]