Petite Sirah Food Pairing Quick Guide
If you’re opening a bottle of Petite Sirah tonight and looking for Petite Sirah food pairing ideas that’ll fit into your busy lifestyle, then here’s just the quick guide you need to get started. Just getting started with Petite Sirah wine? Head over to this Petite Sirah wine guide. 1. Grilled Ribeye Steak Fire up […]
Cabernet Sauvignon vs Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon expresses a firm body with bold notes of black fruits, herbal nuances, and drying tannins, while Merlot has silky red fruit flavors, smooth tannins, and a plush body.
Easiest Appetizers for Wine Tasting: 14 Great Picks
If you’re in the habit of hosting last-minute wine tastings, or just not that into cooking, then you’ll want super easy appetizer options. The easiest appetizers for wine tastings are pre-packaged, shelf-stable, or easy to grab and go. Foods like popcorn, chips, cheese, olives, and even sushi are great appetizer options that complement wine tastings. […]
21 Winning Wine Tasting Food Ideas For Your Next Event
Looking for food ideas for your next wine tasting? The best foods for wine tasting have protein, salt, and fat. These elements help keep your palate fresh while you sip. Great foods to eat with wine tasting include olives, charcuterie, cheeses, and even french fries. Helpful Tip: If you’re doing a red wine tasting specifically, […]
Wine Tasting with Food: 3 Go-to Options
So you’re planning a luxurious afternoon of wine tasting. Before heading to the tasting room, it’s a great idea to figure out food logistics. Finding wine tasting with food options can be a bit tricky because of code restrictions and costs. Most tasting rooms only do wine. Plan your tasting adventure ahead of time by […]
What Not to Do at a Wine Tasting: 15 Tips for a Great Experience
Whether you’re spending the weekend in wine country, or heading downtown to a new wine bar, here are 15 easy tips on what you shouldn’t do at a wine tasting that will help you have a fabulous experience. 1. Don’t Brush Your Teeth Beforehand If you’ve ever brushed your teeth and then had a glass […]
What to Ask at a Wine Tasting: 11 Great Questions
Confession: I hang out in tasting rooms. A lot. If you’re wondering what you should be doing while tasting (other than drinking wine and staring at your empty wine glass), then you’ve come to the right place. Going wine tasting is a guaranteed way to learn about wine. If you’re newer to wine and curious […]
Is Wine Tasting Expensive? What It Costs
Wine tasting may seem like a pretentious pastime for the well-to-do, but it’s really quite affordable. Contrary to what you might think, wine tasting isn’t that expensive. Wine tasting costs differ depending on the region. In the famous Napa Valley, the average tasting fee is $49 a person. In Finger Lakes, wine tasting is less […]
Why You Should Hold Your Wine in Your Mouth
Taking the first sip of a new-to-me wine is always an experience. I never know what to expect. But how do you go about tasting the wine, exactly? After you take your first sip, you should hold the wine in your mouth for several seconds. Let the wine move across your tongue and feel the […]
How to Host a Wine Tasting for Beginners
I actually got started in wine by hosting wine tastings at my home with a bunch of friends. None of us knew anything about wine, but we learned! And if I were to do it again, this is what I would do. Hosting a wine tasting for beginners isn’t difficult. If your group knows absolutely […]