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Types of Wine Articles
Don’t Like Chardonnay, You Say?
I hated Chardonnay for most of my life. Buttery, oaky, full bodied....you know what I mean. I was...
Malbec and Torrontes: Argentina’s Red and White Wine “Gems”
Having dinner last weekend at a Brazilian steakhouse and drinking a lovely Malbec from Argentina…...
Debunking Myths About Rosé Wine
Rosé wines are one of my favorites to drink. You may have already discovered how fabulous they are...
South Africa’s Signature Wine: Pinotage
South Africa has a very long and turbulent history as far as wine goes…much less linear than most...
Prosecco – Sunshine in a Glass
Let’s admit it. Prosecco is easy to take for granted. I am a Champagne Master and I know that the...
Is it Zinfandel, Primitivo or Tribidrag? YES!
Yes…it is all three! Many wine varieties have the same name in different places, and this is one...
Chianti Classico: The Legend of the Black Rooster
If you ever drink a wine from Chianti Classico from Tuscany, Italy, you may notice an interesting...
What is a “Bordeaux Blend”?
Bordeaux is a wine region in southeast France that has a reputation for some of the most expensive...
Fun Facts About Cabernet Sauvignon
Who doesn't enjoy a lovely Cabernet Sauvignon, especially with a juicy steak? Fellow wine lovers,...
Celebrate International Cava Day
Tomorrow is International Cava Day, and I will be celebrating by drinking some of this wonderful...
How a Movie Changed Merlot
Ever heard of “the Sideways Effect”? It is one of the most fascinating and, frankly, unbelievable...