Here’s Why You Should Try Croatian Wine
A decade ago, Americans barely knew Croatia. The slender, coastal country hugging the limpid Adriatic was associated with the dissolution of Yugoslavia and the...
Born of Fire and Violence: Volcanic Wines
Vineyards and volcanoes may sound like an unusual pairing, but in truth, it’s one that has long been established. For hundreds of years, from...
The Rise of Grenache: This Spanish Grape is Making a Comeback Around the World
Garnacha. Grenache. Cannonau. Regardless of the synonym, the evidence is clear: Grenache is one of the most widely planted grapes in the world and...
California Wineries Growing Italian Varieties
Italian grapes are notoriously difficult to grow successfully in other countries. The issue isn’t that they won’t flower and ripen, per se, but that...
Three Wines for Spring Sipping
Spring is a time of renewal. What better way to embrace the spirit of the season than to open and share bottles worthy of...
Get to Know Albariño from Rias Baixas
When viewed from space, earth shows distinct areas of blue, white, green, and brown. Zooming in offers a closer look at the emerald hues...
Mountain Reds from Northern Italy: Schiava, Lagrein, and Teroldego
At the base of the mighty Dolomites sits two northern Italian wine regions known for Germanic-inflected culture, food, and cool-climate viticulture. Alto-Adige and Trentino,...
Regional Snapshot: Hawke’s Bay, New Zealand
A wine region’s ability to emulate a famous appellation isn’t the primary reason to study it, but it’s a compelling feature, nonetheless.
Several years ago,...
Three Lesser Known Reds Perfect for Deep Winter Drinking
While many white wines have year-round appeal, there’s no denying the sensual experience of drinking a body-warming red on a chilly January night, especially...
Three Wine Regions to Hit in 2018
The close of a year inspires introspection. We assess our successes and failures of the months prior and prepare goals for the 12 to...