Editor’s note: We’re republishing this article from our archive as part of a reorganization of the site’s content. To help you choose the perfect bottle of Italian wine—here is a list of Major Italian Wines from ITALIAN WINE FOR DUMMIES® MajorContinue readingThe Major Types of Italian Red and White Wines
by Jacob Over the summer, I took a trip to Rodman’s in Washington, DC to pick up some white wines. I mostly bought Sauvignon Blanc with the intention of drinking them within six months. The other night, we had a friend over forContinue readingLaChapelle De La Bastide Picpol de Pinet 2010
by Jacob On balmy days, sometimes you do not want to open an expensive bottle of wine. Several weeks ago, I picked up a bottle of 2008 Blackstone Chardonnay at the local grocery store for about $10. I did not have major exceptionsContinue readingBlackstone Chardonnay 2008
When we heard about this, we half-scoffed and then felt a twinge of intrigue. Organic wine in an eco-friendly, non-bottle container? Looking at the package, the first thought that entered our silly heads was, “Hey, it’s a juice box forContinue readingCalNaturale Chardonnay
by Jacob If you read most wine books, the author almost always begins by telling a story about the first time they tasted “real” wine and realized it was more than the Boone’s Farm or white zinfandel most college students comeContinue readingChateau Les Arromans Entre-Deux-Mers White Bordeaux 2010
Tired of the usual white wine selections at the grocery store? Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigo… These wines all can be done very well (or very badly), but there’s more to white wine than these three varietals. Take this SpanishContinue readingRibeiro Vina Mein 2008