Getting into red wines can be a challenging experience because they all have different taste profiles. For example, a Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, or a Merlot look very similar in a way that reality does not support once you start to examine them. In other words, they all taste quite differently and come from very different …
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Marsala wine has quickly become a favorite for many people and is helpful for both drinking and cooking situations. However, some people may find its sweetness a bit too potent or have no source for this wine. Never fear! There are many alternatives that you can use that will produce a similar cooking texture. Here’s what …
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The many varieties of wine on the market may be confusing for some people to understand. For example, why is White Zinfandel a red wine, despite its name? Why are some sweet and some dry? This unique blend is a perfect example of the diversity common throughout the wine world. As one of the most popular …
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Do you recall the scene in the 1979 film, The Jerk, when Steve Martin’s character tells the waiter, “Bring us some fresh wine, the freshest you’ve got. This year’s! No more of this old stuff?” It can be challenging to communicate about wine because there’s lots of lingo surrounding the liquid. It requires a lot of information …
Let’s be clear: white wine is in no way less sophisticated than red wine. It can be just as complex and desirable. Some varieties are dry while others are sweet, as well as some that land smack dab in between. Where does one begin, though, when picking out the perfect white wine? Below you’ll find …
If you had to make a list of some of the most popular red wine varieties today, Cabernet Sauvignon would absolutely be right at the top. This grape is found in just about every country in the world that produces wine. It’s available in a wide range of climates ranging from the hot temperatures of Australia …
If you’ve ever had Viognier wine, I bet you can still remember the first time you discovered it. Whether trying it while visiting France, or perhaps in California’s wine region or even while in Virginia (more on that later), Viognier stands out. For the newbie wine drinker, seeing the word “Viognier” on a menu amongst the …
Vermentino wine is kind of the Dark Horse of the white wine world. It’s continually growing in popularity but has yet to reach the kind of broader spread typical with other wines. However, it can provide a fun alternative to your favorite Sauvignon Blancs or Pinot Grigios. In addition, understanding the taste profile and food …
Miles from Sideways would be happy to hear that red blend wines have surpassed Merlot sales in recent years. I’m happy to hear that red blend wines, which have been around for centuries, are increasing in popularity. Many have scoffed at my wine adventures over the years, naively imagining a “pinky up” lifestyle of overpriced …
Pinot grigio is a white wine produced from the Vitis vinifera grape species. Known to be a copy of the Pinot noir variety, which produces our classic red wine, it is considered a grey member of the pinot family, named due to the grayish-purple grape that produces its refreshing taste. However, this grape can also …
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