Single-vineyard wines: understanding terroir in every sip
What Defines a Single-Vineyard Wine? At its core, a single-vineyard wine is exactly what it sounds like: a wine made…
Decoding the aromas of sauvignon blanc
If there’s one grape that can instantly divide a tasting table, it’s Sauvignon Blanc. Loved for its electric freshness and…
Natural yeast fermentation: benefits and drawbacks
Understanding Natural Yeast Fermentation: A Return to the Roots of Winemaking Natural yeast fermentation—also known as spontaneous or wild fermentation—is…
Decoy cabernet sauvignon: tasting notes and food pairings
Introducing Decoy Cabernet Sauvignon: A California Classic with a Modern Expression In the crowded landscape of California Cabernet Sauvignons, Decoy…
Tavel rosé: the bold pink wine of the Rhône Valley
Where Provence Whispers, Tavel Roars When most wine lovers think of rosé, pale hues and breezy Provencal afternoons come to…
Regenerative farming techniques in modern vineyards
Understanding Regenerative Farming: More Than Just a Buzzword In recent years, the wine world has seen a surge of interest…
Madiran wine: tasting powerful tannins from southwest France
The Heart of Madiran: A Terroir Forged by Time and Tannins Madiran, nestled against the Pyrenean foothills in southwest France,…
Seafood and wine: coastal pairings for summer
Why Seafood and Wine Pairing Matters There’s an almost elemental symbiosis between seafood and wine. It’s not just about matching…
Monbazillac wine: tasting notes and dessert pairings
Understanding Monbazillac: A Late Harvest Jewel of the Southwest It’s easy to dismiss sweet wines. Cloying, unbalanced, “dessert-only” — the…
Discovering the Highlands: a Scottish wine region emerging
The Unexpected Rise of Scottish Wine When most people think of the Scottish Highlands, they imagine misty moors, craggy mountains,…