by joiedevin | May 10, 2021 | Grapes
Many popular varieties of wine grapes have the word “Pinot” in their name, including Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Meunier. Are these grapes connected somehow? Understanding the relationship between these grapes will enhance your knowledge,...
by joiedevin | Mar 5, 2021 | Grapes
Chardonnay is the world’s most popular and important grape for producing white wine, as well as Champagne, sparkling wine and dessert wine. Chardonnay is also the 5th most widely planted grape variety in the world. Recent DNA research conducted at UC Davis concluded...
by joiedevin | Aug 5, 2020 | Grapes
Syrah and Shiraz wines are made from the same variety of red grape. If you analyze the DNA of each grape used to make these wines, you will find that there is no difference between them. This leads many people to believe they are the same red wine with different...
by joiedevin | Jun 5, 2020 | Grapes
What is Aglianico Wine? Aglianico wine is a hidden gem in Italian wines. In our continuing effort to introduce you, the Wine Enthusiast, to interesting and little known wines, this week we talk about Aglianico wine. As a result, it represents an incredible value for...
by joiedevin | Oct 1, 2019 | Grapes
Riesling Without Fear The darling of Sommeliers due to it’s versatility in style and tremendous food pairing potential, Riesling has become a popular pick at the wine store and restaurant. Riesling is a mystery to most wine enthusiasts. It is a great chameleon,...
