Montepulciano: Central and Pivotal, The Wines of Abruzzo: Celebrating the Montepulciano Grape Nestled on the eastern coastline of Italy, the Abruzzo region is a picturesque landscape dotted with vineyards. While it might not be as globally renowned as its counterparts Tuscany or Piedmont, the wines of Abruzzo are undeniably full…
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To fully appreciate and understand the world of wine, it’s essential to equip yourself with the right tools. From opening bottles with finesse to preserving the flavors of unfinished wines, these ten essential tools will not only enhance your wine-tasting adventure but also make it an enjoyable and informed one.…
Living in a tropical paradise like Thailand has its perks, but when it comes to storing delicate wines, things can get a bit tricky. The scorching heat, sunlight and humidity can pose a threat to the flavor and integrity of your precious bottles. While not everyone can afford a temperature-controlled…
In this month’s column, let’s set aside the technical aspects of winemaking and instead indulge in an opinion piece. As wine lovers, we all have our go-to wines, the ones we enjoy without a second thought. But let’s talk about the importance of occasionally pushing our boundaries and exploring new…
Wine is one of those things that can seem intimidating. With all the fancy jargon, the different types of grapes, and the various regions where wine is produced, it’s no wonder that some people might feel overwhelmed. And it’s also what makes people so impressed when they see someone able…
Wine is a complex beverage that requires a bit of finesse to genuinely appreciate. One of the most crucial factors in enjoying wine is getting the temperature just right. If you drink it too cold, you risk numbing the flavors and aromas. Drink it too warm, and the alcohol content…
The great debate of cork versus screw cap – it’s a topic that has divided winemakers as well as wine drinkers for years. Some swear by the traditional cork, while others opt for the convenience of a screw cap. But which one is really better? Let’s take a closer look…
With the holiday season comes back a certain infatuation for anything popping and bubbling, an occasion for us to review different styles and methods used to instill those elusive bubbles in still wines and you will see that sparkling wine, while being the easiest of wines to drink, is possibly…
Often misunderstood or over looked the Rhône vineyards are the perfect example of a healthy wine region that associates centuries of terroir, classic appellations and more adventurous wine making practices leading the newgeneration forward. However, it has its idiosyncrasies and when talking about the Rhône wines we will often separatethem…
Or at least some of them don’t. If the biggest misconception about wine aging is that all wines can age, the second one has to be that only red wines can age well. And as all elaborate lies, it starts with some truth. As the saying goes there is no…