Winter White Wines to Warm Your Palate
As winter wraps its icy arms around us, the inclination is often towards robust reds, but let’s not forget the charm of a perfectly chilled glass of white wine. Here’s what you need to know about finding and enjoying winter white wines, debunk myths, and provide a few solid recommendations to tide you over until […]
Goat Cheese Wine Pairing
Looking for a goat cheese wine pairing? Keep it simple: Lighter cheeses, lighter wines. Done. Actually, goat cheese, or chevre, is one of the few cheeses I always keep on hand for last-minute guests who come by for lazy afternoons and wine. Whites, rosé wines, and lighter reds all pair beautifully with goat cheese. Here […]
What Wine Is Dry White? 11 Dry White Wines to Try Tonight (or cook with)
Whether you have a recipe that calls for a dry white wine, or you’re looking for a bottle to drink, you’ve got options. If you see “Dry White” on a wine label, then the wine is a blend of white grapes. Widely available dry white wines include Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Muscadet, Albariño, Pinot Grigio, Soave, […]
Viognier: A Comprehensive Guide
Pronunciation: vee-oh-NYAY Viognier is an aromatic, medium-bodied white wine. It’s lower acid than Sauvignon Blanc, and fruiter than Chardonnay. Pair Viognier with salads, seafoods, or summer sipping. Here’s what you need to know about Viognier wine. What Kind of Wine is Viognier? Viognier is a medium-bodied white wine with a moderate level of acidity, balancing […]
Syrah: A Comprehensive Guide
Pronunciation: SEER-ah, SI-raw, or shih-RAHZ Syrah, also known as Shiraz in some regions, is a dark-skinned wine grape from the Rhône Valley, France. Now grown around the world it makes deep, black fruited red wines. Here’s what you need to know about Syrah wine. What Kind of Wine Is Syrah? Syrah is a full-bodied red […]
Wine Pairing Spicy Food: Quick Guide
Are you a fan of bold and spicy flavors? Have you ever wondered which wine best complements the fiery heat of your favorite spicy dishes? Look no further! In this guide, you’ll take a quick sip into the world of wine and spicy cuisine, exploring the art of pairing the perfect vino with your beloved […]
17 Cold Appetizers For White Wine Tasting
What Appetizers Pair Well with White Wine? The best cold appetizers for your white wine tasting will deliver fat and salt. Fat softens wine’s acid and salt will make your wine seem fruitier. High acid foods pair well with high acid white wines, like vinegar dressings and Sauvignon Blanc. The two complement each other. Helpful […]
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 Is White Wine Made Of?
If you’re just starting out with wine, then this post is for you! White wines can be made from many different types of wine grapes, called varieties. White wine is made of grapes. Most often, these grapes are green or yellow in color, but some white wines can be made from red grapes. Champagne, the […]
What’s Orange Wine
Do you have a bottle of orange wine in front of you? If so, I hope you’ll savor every sip, because these are special bottles. Orange wines are made from white grapes that ferment on the skins. This turns the wine an amber (orange) color. It also gives the wine more body and tannin than […]