Bordeaux vs Burgundy: Two Philosophies of French Wine
Bordeaux vs Burgundy: the blend versus the single grape, the classification systems, and why the same country produces two entirely different answers to what wine should be.
Wine with Salmon: The Complete Pairing Guide
Chardonnay with cream sauce, Sauvignon Blanc with tartare, Pinot Noir with grilled fillets, Champagne with smoked salmon — the right wine for salmon changes with every preparation.
Best Red Wine for Beginners: 7 Approachable Bottles to Try First
The wrong first red wine can put you off the whole category for years. Here are seven soft, fruity, low-tannin reds — from Pinot Noir to Malbec to Gamay —…
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…
Low Tannin Wines: The Complete Guide to Soft, Smooth Reds
From Gamay and Pinot Noir to Barbera and Grenache, these low-tannin reds are soft, smooth and fruit-forward — with no drying, grippy sensation. The complete guide, including a tannin spectrum…
Wine with Mushrooms: Pairings by Variety and Dish
Pinot Noir for porcini risotto, Barolo for truffle pasta, white Burgundy for chanterelles in butter — mushrooms and aged red wine share the same earthy vocabulary. Here is the complete…
Wine Varieties Explained: A Guide to the Major Grapes
Understanding the dozen key wine grape varieties — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling and more — gives you a framework for navigating any wine list with confidence.