Wine Regions
Introduction to Argentinian Wine
While Malbec remains the country’s most recognized grape variety, the country also offers a mixture of reds in the way of Bonarda, Syrah,...
French Wine for a Flat Belly: Is it True?
Thomas Newman, personal trainer and weight loss expert offer a guide entitled French Wine for a Flat belly with a claim that French wine...
Salta, Argentina: Land of the Highest Vineyards in the World
The Province of Salta, Argentina is Cafayate, home of the highest vineyards in the world. The vineyards here in Cafayate of Salta sit at...
Grenache Magic: Subtle and Seductive
Black Grenache is the most common form of Grenache planted, this is a voluptuous grape variety, rounded and smooth; it blends well with dry...
The Difference Between Old World and New World Wines
Old World wine originated centuries ago in Italy, Spain and France, while the New World version is from the U.S., Australia and South...
U.S. Wine Is All Over The Map
From California to New York, each state has its own primary grape that is cultivated as the star of their wine show. In Alaska and...
Discovering Italy's Island Wines
Italy is surrounded by 80 islands. Though most its world-class wine comes from the mainland, there are lesser-known varieties to be found...
Patagonia: Argentina's Pinot Noir Paradise
While Pinot Noir grapes are grown in Mendoza, Argentina’s best-known wine region, it is in Patagonia that the variety truly thrives....
A Breakdown of the AVAs in California
American viticulture areas (AVAs) are federally recognized and designated wine growing regions that are able to demonstrate distinctive...
Roussillon: Home to Good Red and White Wine
Roussillon, one of France’s sunniest regions, is situated in the Deep South West near the Spanish border. Roussillon now boasts 2,000...
The Scenery and Sangiovese of Tuscany
The wine in Tuscany, influenced by the Mediterranean Climate and culture, is some of the best to pair with vast varieties of food?....
The Regulated Wines of South African Viticulture
The wine of South Africa may be placed in the category of New World wines, however, this exotic country, found in the far expanses of the...
The Simple Side of Food and Wine Pairing
Wine pairing is essential to a great meal, learn which wines to pair with meats, pastas, sauces, fish, and even desserts and what rules to...
An Exceptional Vineyard in the South of France
In the South of France lies the Abbey de Lerin, famous for its assortment of traditional wines. Producing red & white wines, these monks on...
The Wine Fraud of Rose de Provence
Millions of consumers are being fooled by false rosé wine with the Provence label; some wines have been adulterated (addition of cheaper...
Cooperative Growers go Organic with Syrah Grapes
The grape Syrah also known as Shiraz originates from the Rhone region in France. Most red wines from the Northern Rhone are made from...
The Lost World of Old World Wines - Czech Republic
The first vineyards of the Czech Republic go back to the 3rd Century AD with Emperor Marcus Aurelius cultivating the first vineyards long...
Climate Change and the Future of California's Wine Industry
It has been estimated that by 2100, there will be an 81% decline in "suitable vineyards for premium wine production". While that timeline...
Spring Wine Releases & Spring Food Trends
This Sauvignon Blanc pairs with anything from a fresh local goat cheese to some freshly made hummus (light on the garlic) with some pita...
