Category: Wines
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Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc could easily be classified as one of the great ‘noble’ grapes. That’s because all around the world, in different climates and soils, it can produce exceptional wine. In France, in Joan of Arc country along the Loire river, it shows its diversity. The dry whites range from basic to very fine. It’s important…
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Albariño
Albariño Wine Guide: The Crisp Spanish White That Thinks It’s on Holiday If wines had personalities, Albariño would be that effortlessly cool friend who shows up to brunch in sunglasses, orders oysters, and somehow makes it all look easy. Fresh, zesty, and just a little bit salty (in a good way), Albariño has quietly become…
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Barbera
This is probably the first red wine anyone drinks in an Italian restaurant or pizza place. That’s because it can be cheap and very cheerful. The red, juicy fruit and the low tannins are appealing, while the firm acidity is a positive advantage with rich and fatty foods like cheeses and salamis. Barbera’s home is…
