How to Tell If Wine Is Sweet (Before You Buy)
New wine drinkers are often inducted into the world of vino via sweet wine. This begs the question: How do you know if a wine is sweet? Read the label for terms like ‘off-dry’ or a sweetness scale. Alcohol levels below 11% ABV indicate some sugar. Sweetness is measured in g/l (grams of sugar per […]
What Does Vintage Mean on Wine?
If you hang around wine people long enough, you’re bound to hear a wide range of strange new vocabulary bandied about: sur lee, grippy tannins, and legs. One noteworthy word is vintage, which technically refers to a number. While numerically expressed as a year, the vintage actually refers to the growing conditions over an entire […]
13 Quick Tips for the Frugal Wine Lover
13 frugal friendly, easy ways to save money on wine for any wine-loving lifestyle.
Wines for Beginners: 6 Great Picks
If you’re just getting started with wine, fear not! Here are 6 bottles anyone can find if you’re starting at square one: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Zinfandel, Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon – and here’s why you want to start with these wines.