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Sangiovese vs Chianti - Paige sipping Italian wines in a wine cellar

Sangiovese vs Chianti: Must-Know Italian Wine

If you’ve just searched the phrase “Sangiovese vs Chianti” because you’re lost, confused, and looking for answers, I’ve got you!  The short answer: Chianti is a wine crafted from the Sangiovese grape in

Verdejo Grapes hanging on Vine

Verdejo Wine: A Crisp, Refreshing White Wine

What could be more relaxing than sitting on a patio on a warm day, enjoying a chilled glass of wine? For wine lovers, there’s nothing quite like the taste of a good varietal.

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Discover the Rich, Robust Flavor of Tempranillo

Tempranillo is having a moment. Often synonymous with Rioja, where this grape’s native origins hail from, Tempranillo is a black grape variety, now known for its versatile nature and high-quality wines. The name

How to Store Wine at Home

How to Store Wine at Home 

Whether you’re a newbie to the world of wine or practically a sommelier, knowing how to store your wine at home is a top priority.  Why Wine Storage Matters At-home wine storage can

Drinking Gamay Noir

Gamay Noir: The Underdog Wine You Need to Try

Gamay Noir has a special place in my heart. It’s an underdog of sorts. So many people are only familiar with Gamay as the lighthearted bubblegummy wine known as “Beaujolais Nouveau” – if

Wine in an ice bucket

Stay Chill: How to Chill Wine Fast

We’ve all been there, where we could go for a nice cold glass of wine, only to realize that they’re all room temperature. You want to chill it fast, but if you add

Italian Wine 101: A Beginners Guide

GUEST POST WRITTEN BY HALEY OROPEZA WWW.ITSHALEYOROPEZA.COM Italy. Full of diversity, culture, great food, and even better wine. Italy actually has a wider selection of wines than anywhere else in the world! Italian

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German Riesling 101

This German Riesling 101 post was produced in partnership with Wines of Germany, however, all views & opinions expressed below are my own. They have additional resources available on their site here, if