Gamay vs Pinot Noir: The Child a Duke Banned
Gamay and Pinot Noir are parent and child, and a medieval duke banned one to protect the other. Here is how they differ in the vineyard, the glass and the…
Chardonnay: The Blank Canvas of White Wine
One grape sits behind flinty Chablis, buttery Napa, the backbone of Champagne and the most expensive dry white wine in the world. Here is how to read a Chardonnay.
What Is Terroir in Wine? A Simple Explanation
Terroir is the reason a Chardonnay from Chablis tastes nothing like one from Napa Valley. Here is what terroir means, the four elements that shape it, and how to taste…
Burgundy Wine Region: A Complete Guide for Beginners
The complete beginner’s guide to Burgundy: the classification system, five sub-regions from Chablis to the Mâconnais, what the wines taste like, how to read a label, and where to find…