Discover the Secret Birthplace of Wine
Georgians are proud of their extensive and long-standing winemaking tradition. Traditional methods are revived, and the qvevri, an earthenware container used to preserve…
Climate change is altering the chemistry of wine
Following the devastating Glass Fire sparked in California’s Napa Valley in September 2020, Anita Oberholster, a wine chemist,’s inbox was filled with emails…
Will the world ever accept non-alcoholic wine?
A recent study found that in 11 important OECD nations, 36% of people reported that they had increased their consumption of alcohol during lockdown. Parents…
Natural wines: how are they made
I first encountered the natural wine in Paris around 20 years back. My first experience with tastings did not convince me that this…
Grape growers are adapting to climate shifts early – and their knowledge can help other farmers
It’s common to think that the cities and farmers of Australia are at odds over climate issues. It’s not the case. In reality,…
Minerality in wine: Where are we now?
It was over 15 years ago when I first published a article on the subject and I’ve been asked to write numerous pieces…
Pairing Wine with Pizza
Pizza and wine is like the taste of beer when you eat chip and fish… the combination is designed to be. If you’re…
Red Wine vs White Wine: The Real Differences
The distinctions between white and red wines extend beyond the grapes used and color. Here are some fascinating details about the actual distinctions…
Wines Listed from Dry to Sweet
The wine’s maker decides the sweetness. The most popular wines of different varietals and styles generally share the same level of sweetness. The sweetness of…
How Long Does an Open Bottle of Wine Last?
How Long Does an Open Bottle of Wine Last? Sparkling Wine 3 days in the refrigerator with the stopper for sparkling wine. Sparkling…
Wine: From the Lightest to the Strongest
It’s a tiniest fact that the largest wine maker E. J.Gallo established their fortunes on the popularity with their White Wine, Thunderbird. The…
Red Wines From Lightest to Boldest
Discover similar tasting red wines by their intensity, ranging from the lighter to the most powerful. Only 32 varieties of red wine comprise…