Labor Day Rosé: Why Pink Wine Doesn’t Fade With Summer
Labor Day doesn't mean goodbye to rosé! Learn the 3 methods winemakers use to make pink wine (hint: it's not just red + white mixed together) and why rosé works year-round.
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Thinking About Drinking
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Dolcetto: Piedmont’s Velvet Rebel
Part 3 of our Piedmont’s Leading Ladies Series In the power trio of Piedmont grapes, Dolcetto plays the part of the cool aunt—the youngest of the bunch, less celebrated than powerful Barolo or Barbaresco (both Nebbiolo) or vibrant Barbera, but…
Barbera: The Multitasking Queen Who Makes Everything Look Effortless
Part 2 of our Piedmont’s Leading Ladies series In Piedmont, while Zia Nebbiolo commands the steepest hills and highest prices, there’s another grape quietly dominating the region in sheer volume and everyday elegance. Barbera covers more vineyard acreage in Piedmont…
Nebbiolo: The Italian Powerhouse With the Best of Everything
Part 1 of our Piedmont’s Leading Ladies series In Piedmont, some vineyards are just better than others—and everyone knows which grape gets first dibs on the prime real estate. While her younger sisters Barbera and Dolcetto make do with whatever…
Piedmont’s Leading Ladies: Meet the Aunts Defining Northern Italian Wine
Some families have a rich uncle with a yacht. Piedmont has three unforgettable aunts—each with her own flair, flavor, and very firm opinions about how long to simmer a ragù. Nebbiolo, Barbera, and Dolcetto are the red grapes that define…
The Science of Sparkle: Decoding the Technical Magic Behind Champagne
Discover the 7-step process that creates champagne's perfect bubbles. Learn about Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, riddling, and why méthode champenoise makes all the difference.
From Napa to Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon Reigns Like Queen Bey
Glamorous, confident, and center stage. Napa Cab struts in with dark fruit, glossy tannins, and polished oak like she just stepped out of hair and makeup. Think Sasha in a leather bodysuit followed by disco-drenched Renaissance glow.
Your Guide to Italy’s Hidden Wine Gem: Trentino-Alto Adige Wines
If you're ready to discover Italian wine alternatives that go way beyond your typical Chianti, let me introduce you to Italy's most fascinating wine region.
Sonoma County: California’s Answer to Burgundy
Your guide to California's most underrated wine region (spoiler: it's giving Burgundy vibes)