Choosing between cabernet sauvignon vs Merlot is one of the fun choices you face as a red wine lover. However, if you are unsure about the difference in flavor, taste, and food pairing options, choosing between these wines will be tough. To help you make a choice, let's start from the beginning. Both of these grapes make red wine, so expect them to be different from a white … [Read more...] about Cabernet Sauvignon vs Merlot: 6 Things Every Wine Beginner Needs To Know
Wine Chocolate Pairing: 7 steps to take dessert to a new level
Wine chocolate pairing can be tricky because the intense flavors of chocolate can overwhelm the wine. Fortunately, there are easy ways to pair wine and chocolate by following these seven steps, even if you are not a wine professional. How to Pair Wine and Chocolate in 7 Easy Steps 1 Choose your wine Since this blog focuses on wine, you will choose wine first. Here are … [Read more...] about Wine Chocolate Pairing: 7 steps to take dessert to a new level
Does Wine Go Bad? (Yes and Three Ways To Stop It)
Ever wondered, “does wine go bad?” when looking at a bottle of wine in your refrigerator. It’s a fair question because you might not want to finish the bottle right away. The answer to “does wine go bad?” is yes. Once that wine is fully open to the air, it will go bad with time. Fortunately, there is some good news. A wine can be enjoyable for up to 24 hours after opening if … [Read more...] about Does Wine Go Bad? (Yes and Three Ways To Stop It)
Wine Quest 2: Château Lamarzelle Cormey (Bordeaux, France)
Welcome to the wine 2 in my 300 AOC wine quest. Last time, we covered Hautes Côtes de Beaune from Burgundy. Today, we venture to Bordeaux, the place that inspired my passion for wine. Wine Key Details: Producer: Château Lamarzelle-CormeyRegion: Saint-Emilion, BordeauxAlcohol: 14%Grape Varieties: Merlot and Cabernet FrancYear: 2015 I was pretty excited to try this … [Read more...] about Wine Quest 2: Château Lamarzelle Cormey (Bordeaux, France)
Champagne Wine Region: 6 Things You Need To Know As A Beginner
The Champagne wine region is home to the world's best-known sparkling wine. You've probably heard that much, but there is much more to the story. To truly appreciate champagne wine, it is helpful to know a few facts. After reading this guide, you'll know how to navigate your way around the champagne wine region and then you can explore other French wine regions. 1) … [Read more...] about Champagne Wine Region: 6 Things You Need To Know As A Beginner