Zinfandel – America’s Sweetheart with International Origins
Zinfandel Oh Zinfandel… America’s sweetheart grape. This juicy red is up there with Cabernet Sauvignon [...]
Cabernet Sauvignon – The King of Red Wine
For eThere are thousands of grape varieties in the world of wine. Yet the noble [...]
Intro to Minerality & Vineyard Soil Type
Vineyard Soil Types Minerality is a conversational subject in the wine world. There is not [...]
An Ode to Syrah
Syrah, also known as Shiraz, is one of the world’s classic winemaking grape varieties. Why [...]
Sangiovese & Chianti Wine Through the Times
Chianti, once misunderstood, embodies the soul and history of Italian culture. The classic Tuscan red [...]
The Best Chardonnay Wines from Around the World
I was introduced to Chardonnay as a “cheerleader” grape, a variety which will do anything [...]
Biodynamic Wine vs. Organic Wine vs. Natural Wine
What is the difference between organic, natural and biodynamic wine? People frequently asked me this [...]
How To Choose Wine
Wine has the unique dichotomy of being considered a product of class and substance. Yet [...]
Wine Marketing Schemes: How to Spot the BS
Have you noticed all the new, trendy, “healthy” wine clubs on the market today? These [...]
Barossa Valley’s Legendary Old Vines
Barossa Valley in South Australia doesn’t exactly have the climate for quality winemaking. It’s hot [...]