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The Five Wines to Pair With Each of Your 4th of July Activities
I'm sharing the wines you need for all of the activities you're planning over the long weekend. Read on for the five wines I’m loving right now paired with each type of Fourth of July celebration!
Five Wines to Elevate Your June Sipping
Here are the 5 wines I’m loving right now that will elevate your June sipping! My favorites always span a variety of price points, so there’s definitely something here for you, whatever your wine budget. I’ve linked to where you can purchase each wine to keep things simple!
How Rosé is Made
We all love a good rosé, but what exactly is it? How is rosé made? What type of grapes are rosé made from? Why are some rosés lighter or darker than others? And why are some sweet and others dry? I have all of the answers to your burning rosé questions!
Wine Shopping 101: How to Choose Good Wine
Get to the wine shop and get stuck on which wine to buy? Tired of buying the same wine over and over and ready to branch out but not sure where to go? At the grocery store with limited options? This guide was made for you! Read on for the first steps to choosing wines you’ll love!
The Amazing Anderson Valley
The Anderson Valley is a magical region in Mendocino County’s North Coast AVA (just north of Sonoma County!), known for crisp yet flavorful Pinot Noir and Pinot Noir Blanc (white wine made from Pinot Noir grapes). The Anderson Valley gets its famous climate characteristics from a cold current in the Pacific, moderated by the forest.
Wines You Can Buy RIGHT NOW to Support a Good Cause!
Since the rise of the Black Lives Matter movement and the surge of the coronavirus, we’ve been looking to our favorite wineries to put action behind their statements denouncing racism, promoting diversity, and providing relief for those affected by COVID-19. With this is mind, I’ve put together this list of wineries that are taking action in support of people and communities of color, coronavirus relief efforts, and other great causes like the environment and the struggling hospitality industry.
The Willamette Valley Experience
The Willamette Valley is beautiful and so unique, and they're producing some of the most delicious Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the country! I loved the few days I got to spend sipping the Willamette’s signature varietals, meeting wildly talented winemakers, and learning about the story behind each vineyard, vintage, and bottle.
The Sparkling Gift Guide for All of the Bubbles Lovers on your List!
Stressing over what to gift your Champagne-loving friends and family for the holidays this year? Don't know which bubbles to bring to the holiday parties you’re planning to attend? I have you covered! This Sparkling Gift Guide will help you find the perfect gift for all of the sparkling lovers on your list!
Portuguese Wine (And My New Love, Port!)
I’m sure you can imagine I got verrrry familiar with Portuguese wine after spending an incredible week traveling throughout the country. I also surprised myself and became a major fan of PORT!
Touring the Stunning Douro Valley
My trip to the Douro Valley with Bago D’Uva 360 was picture perfect. We did Bago D’Uva 360’s I Love Douro Tour for a day of boating, wine tasting, wine education, stunning views, a delicious lunch, and so much fun! I could not recommend touring with Bago D’Uva more - read on for all of the details of the day!
New Year, New World (Wines)!
Ever wonder what it means when people talk about wines from the old and new world? Here’s a quick breakdown of the differences between old world and new world wines.
The Complete Guide to Sparkling Wine
What exactly is sparkling wine? How it is made? What’s the difference between champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and sparkling wine? Read on for a rundown of each of the different types of sparkling wine!
What Makes Wine Expensive?
We’ve all seen wines that range from two buck chuck to well over $100, but do you ever wonder what makes certain wines so much more expensive than others? What are you actually getting when you choose “budget” wine over a pricier option?
How to Curate the Perfect Day of Wine Tasting
A day of wine tasting out at the vineyards is always such a treat, so you have to be sure to make the most of it! Read on for tips on how to curate the perfect day of wine tasting.
The Difference Between Red & White Wine
What is it, exactly, that makes red wine red? What distinguishes red wine from white wine? The answers are pretty simple in most cases, (but there are some exceptions,) and generally speaking, are based on key differences in two areas: 1. grape type and 2. the fermentation and aging process.
Four Reasons You Should Never Pass Up Sparkling Wine
Bubbles are often reserved exclusively for celebrations, but I see it as a missed opportunity! Big events like graduations, promotions, and engagements don’t come around all that often, and therefore most people don’t drink bubbles all that often. I think we should break that mold and #FreeTheBubbles!
So, You Want to Become a Sommelier...
Let’s dive into defining a sommelier, learning what exactly a sommelier does, and how to become a sommelier!