Recently, my husband opened up a bottle of Meiomi Pinot Noir (which I think was $22 at the grocery store), and he immediately said, “Ah. It’s sweet.”I’m not entirely sure if I was the one that alerted my husband to the increasing concentration of … [Read more...] about Introducing the “International Style” of Red Wine
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Do You Love Old World or New World Wines?
The White Wine EditionMany wine lovers often know wines by their varietal names: “Cabernet Sauvignon,” “Chardonnay,” “Pinot Grigio,” “Pinot Noir,” etcetera.But what takes a little more understanding and exploration is how the region the grapes are … [Read more...] about Do You Love Old World or New World Wines?
Cinematic Wine Pairings: With Wine Movies
If, like me, you find yourself spending more time indoors these days, do not fret.I have extra suggestions on how to enjoy wine culture during these cold, dark months ready and waiting for you!Having wines at home can be just as enjoyable, and … [Read more...] about Cinematic Wine Pairings: With Wine Movies
Have a Wine-Centric Thanksgiving or Holiday
Every year, lots of sommeliers and wine experts talk about what wines to adorn one’s Thanksgiving table. And every year, I never buy any of their suggestions.Why?Because, I just want to drink what I like. It’s a holiday for goodness sake!Do any of … [Read more...] about Have a Wine-Centric Thanksgiving or Holiday
The Cabernet Sauvignon Craze
The relative obsession with Cabernet (a shorthand used often to describe wines made primarily of the Cabernet Sauvignon wine grape variety) wines would have you thinking you have to like this wine style or wine variety to be an official wine … [Read more...] about The Cabernet Sauvignon Craze
