Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the most famous wines in the world, for many reasons. From the rolling Napa Valley hills to the riverside banks of Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon has the impressive capability to adapt to many different terroirs. Terroir: the complete natural environment in which wine is produced. Environmental factors include soil, topography, and … Read more

I hear many people say they prefer to drink dry wine. One common reason for this is a growing concern with excess sugars in our diet. Other consumers feel that sweet wines are less “serious” and prefer to be associated with a taste for dry varieties. But the search for the least bitter red wine … Read more

We all know that wine racks are a go-to when it comes to storing wine, but what if I told you that there are several other uses for wine racks in the kitchen? For starters, wine racks can be used for storing other beverages besides wine. Beyond that, their innate charm lends to many other … Read more

There is a lot of confusion in the wine world about Chablis. In contrast, people tend to have strong feelings about Chardonnay. Regardless of which side of the chardonnay vs chablis issue you find yourself, Chardonnay is the prized grape of Chablis. What is the Debate? Have you ever heard people talk about how much … Read more

Wine has its own language. Learning how to navigate the vocabulary will help you to buy and enjoy more of your favorites. So, what exactly is meant when referring to red wine as smooth? Smooth most commonly refers to the ease to drink, or drinkability of wine. If you’re looking for a wine that is … Read more

Are you curious what makes a wine “soft” or “acidic”? Maybe you’ve heard a wine you’ve shared with a friend described as one of the two. Or, maybe you’ve described a wine that way…without really understanding if it’s true (don’t worry – you’re among friends here). Well, we’ll help you dial in your understanding of … Read more