Oxidation: From Flaw to Fabulous
Discover how controlled oxidation can enhance wine complexity, while uncontrolled exposure leads to undesirable flavors like browning and nutty notes.
All You Need To Know About Rioja: A Regional Guide
Embark on a journey through Rioja’s 3 subregions: Alta, Alavesa, and Baja. Each offers unique terroirs & winemaking traditions that shape Spain’s iconic Tempranillo wines.
A Quick Guide to Oak Barrels (and how the affect wine)
Explore why oak and wine are inseparable—vanilla, smoke, structure—and the many faces of barrel aging.
Screwcap vs. Cork: Is one better than the other?
Explore the pros and cons of screwcaps and corks in the world of wine.
All You Need To Know About Bordeaux: A Regional Guide
Discover Bordeaux’s diverse terroirs, from the Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant Left Bank to the Merlot-rich Right Bank, and explore its renowned sweet wines and classifications.
A Guide to Obscure Tasting Notes
Decode odd descriptors like pencil shavings or graphite: what they really signal to experienced tasters.