Wine has a long, rich history. Records of the fermented beverage date as far back as 2500 BC in ancient Egypt. However, it wasn’t until 1769, when Spanish Franciscan Missionaries planted California’s first grape vineyard, that America would begin its love affair with...
When it comes to picking out a wine that fits your taste, few moments are as disappointing as when you take a sip and find out it’s sweet instead of dry, or vice versa. While it’s pretty easy to pick a bottle of red or white off the shelf, it’s harder to determine the...
It’s no secret: Americans love wine and cheese. Every bar, pub, winery, and restaurant seems to be adding charcuterie boards to their menus. The problem is, heading out every night to satiate your wine and cheese cravings can get expensive. With a few tips and tricks...
Mason jars, plastic cups, the wine bottle itself; whatever gets your favorite reds, whites, ports, and champagnes to your lips right? Perhaps, but if you want to take your wine drinking to the next level, knowing the right vessel for your vino is critical. Put...
Next time you pop open a bottle of wine, rest assured knowing that you could be doing your body some good. However, before we examine the specifics, keep the axiom “everything in moderation” in mind during your reading of this piece. After all, the benefits of sipping...
Aside from the obvious, there are some significant differences between red and white wine. From the variety of grapes and the production method to flavor profiles and food pairings, you may be surprised by what all distinguishes the two. Whether you’re an aspiring...
The turkey will always be the cornerstone of a successful Thanksgiving. While every other dish simply orbits around that well-roasted bird, your wine selection is vital to tying the whole celebration together. Like any art, pairing rules are meant to be broken....
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