Wine 101
Five Wine Myths You Need to Forget About Now
Unless you started practicing to be a sommelier at age 15, like Charlie did, you probably grew up hearing “words of wisdom” about wine passed down from people who supposedly knew more about it than you. Maybe it was your parents, a boss, a mentor, or – heaven forbid – a fraternity brother — whoever it was, I’m sure they meant well. But it’s time to forget about these five common myths and step up your wine game!
How I Discovered the True Inspiration of Wine
Or how, for me, wine used to be like Star Trek — fun and entertaining but a little too geeky to take seriously.
How the Ripeness of the Grapes Affects the Flavor of the Wine
The ripeness of grapes when picked plays a hugely important role in the resulting wine. How, and why?
What Coca-Cola Can Teach us About Wine
We can illustrate what makes a great wine by considering the qualities of soda — sweetness, yes, but also acidity. How do they relate to wine, though? Read on to find out.
No Shame in Screw Caps
Some truly fantastic wines are bottled with that kind of lid, and there are good reasons for it. So if you’ve been judging a wine based on it’s closure, stop! You may be missing out on some fantastic vino.
Mysterious, Misunderstood Tannins
Let’s explore this often misunderstood and maligned element of vino and ask, Are tannins good? Bad? Why are they there in the first place? (And how do we get rid of them?)
When Tasting Wine, Take Your Time
Step three in better enjoying your wine requires you to slow down. Missed steps one and two? That post is linked below.
Three Steps to Better Enjoying Your Next Glass of Wine
Slow down, look, swirl… take time to notice the many characteristics that make up your next glass of wine. If you do, you’ll likely enjoy it even more.
What Does it Mean to Drink “Real” Champagne?
Remember: all Champagne is sparkling wine but not all sparkling wine is Champagne. Is the French stuff really better? And what other choices are out there for sparkling wine lovers on a budget?
Decanting Wine: When, How & Why
Some people believe that all red wines should be decanted in order to taste their best. But is it true? Here are some rules of thumb for when, why and how to decant a wine.