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Is there another name for “red Burgundy”?

Is there another name for “red Burgundy”?

Mar 15, 2021

Why is the name “Sauvignon” attached to both red Cabernet Sauvignon and white Sauvignon Blanc?

Why is the name “Sauvignon” attached to both red Cabernet Sauvignon and white Sauvignon Blanc?

Dec 21, 2020

Can a wine be called Cabernet Sauvignon if it contains other grapes?

Can a wine be called Cabernet Sauvignon if it contains other grapes?

Jul 17, 2020

What is Petit Verdot?

What is Petit Verdot?

Jun 17, 2020

In Bordeaux, what’s the difference between Château Mouton-Rothschild and Château Lafite Rothschild?

In Bordeaux, what’s the difference between Château Mouton-Rothschild and Château Lafite Rothschild?

Apr 24, 2020

Do Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays from Burgundy improve with age?

Do Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays from Burgundy improve with age?

Apr 6, 2020

What are tannins, and how do they get into wine?

What are tannins, and how do they get into wine?

Mar 2, 2020

If Pinot Noir is one of the most expensive grapes to grow, why is rosé of Pinot Noir so much cheaper?

If Pinot Noir is one of the most expensive grapes to grow, why is rosé of Pinot Noir so much cheaper?

Feb 26, 2020

Why would a bottle of red wine bubble over like a bottle of Champagne? Was it flawed?

Why would a bottle of red wine bubble over like a bottle of Champagne? Was it flawed?

Feb 19, 2020

Is it true that great vintages for Bordeaux reds are not so good for the whites, and vice-versa? If so, why?

Is it true that great vintages for Bordeaux reds are not so good for the whites, and vice-versa? If so, why?

Dec 6, 2019