Famous Italian Wines 101: Aglianico
Italy is home to many leading red wine grapes, and one you cannot overlook is Aglianico. Hailing from the gorgeous region of Campania, Aglianico is a super ancient grape that dates back to when the Greeks once occupied Italy. Such a long history means tons of time for this grape and its winemaking practices to […]
Best Wines for Springtime
Spring has sprung! Better weather coming our way means more excellent excuses to get outdoors and drink wine. To really savor the Spring, there’s nothing better than drinking wines that really match the season. The best wines for Springtime complement the ease of a Spring day – they’re light, refreshing, and just as welcoming as […]
Italian Grapes 101: Primitivo Grape
In California, we have Zinfandel. In Italy, they have the Primitivo grape. Primitivo is a robust, early-ripening grape that hails from the region of Puglia, otherwise known as the ‘heel’ of Italy. This region boasts an ancient winemaking history, all beginning with the arrival of the Greeks nearly 3000 years ago. But, you may be […]
The Best Wines for Valentine’s Day
February is the month of love. And, one of the best ways to celebrate love is with wine! This notion goes back as far as the ancient Greeks. Euripides, the famous Greek playwright, once said “Where there is no wine, there is no love.” We couldn’t agree more. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, […]
Italian Grapes 101: Nebbiolo
Say hello to a very noble Italian grape – Nebbiolo. It hails from Piedmont, the mountainous Northwestern region of Italy. The Nebbiolo grape is behind the world-famous wines of Barolo and Barbaresco. That’s because this grape has a seriously impressive character and history. If you’re an Italian wine lover, then you definitely should learn all […]
Wine and Pie Pairings that Will Change Your Life
What are the holidays without pie? That’s a completely rhetorical question. From pumpkin to pecan to apple, there are plenty of pies to love. But, did you know that pie tastes even better when paired with the right wine? Yup – wine and pie pairings are real, and they will absolutely change your life. […]
Italian Grapes 101: Negroamaro
Let’s take a little trip to Puglia, Italy, shall we? This stunning region makes up Italy’s heel. Apart from it being one of the most dreamy summer vacation destinations (who could resist such shimmering turquoise Mediterranean waters?) Puglia is also home to some of Italy’s oldest grape varietals. Negroamaro is one of them. We aren’t […]
Italian Grapes 101: Sangiovese
You can’t talk about the noble grapes of Italy without mentioning Sangiovese. It is the grape behind some of the peninsula’s most revered wines. Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, and Morellino di Scansano – these are all results of the gorgeous Sangiovese grape. With Sangiovese grown in more places than just Italy (like here in […]
Guide to Aging Wine: How Do Wines Age?
A question you may hear bouncing around in wine bars, wine shops, or wine tastings is – how was this wine aged? Now, there are a few different ways to answer this question, as aging isn’t just one specific process. Winemakers and consumers both play a role in aging wine. Knowing the wine aging process […]
Italian Food 101: Pairing Wine with Pizza
Wine is the perfect guest at any pizza party. Italians love to drink wine with their pizza. It doesn’t matter the pizza type or the toppings, there are wines to pair with all of it. And, pairing wine with pizza doesn’t require you to take an expensive sommelier course either! We’re breaking down all the […]