Tasting Wine

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I'm Stephanie, creator of this website and lover of wine. After years of educating myself on all things wine, I have distilled that lengthy process into a much simpler way to learn about wine. Now you can quickly become an expert without needing to invest all the time that I did! Join me as we demystify this luxury liquid in a simple, raise your glass to enjoy kind of way! More about...

Conduct a Wine Tasting with Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay

Sep 8, 2021
3 min

Conduct a Wine Tasting with Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay

Do you really know the difference between Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay? Try this DIY tasting to find out.

3 White Wines: Their Typical Range of Flavors

Feb 19, 2021
2 min

3 White Wines: Their Typical Range of Flavors

White wine can be found in a broad range of flavors from citrus to dried fruit.

4 Red Wines: Why Their Fruit Flavors Matter

Jan 28, 2021
2 min

4 Red Wines: Why Their Fruit Flavors Matter

Each of the noble grapes has typical fruit flavors. That fruit profile can vary a bit depending on the ripeness of the grape at harvest.

Taste Right Bank Bordeaux Blends: Merlot Dominant

Nov 12, 2020
2 min

Taste Right Bank Bordeaux Blends: Merlot Dominant

Merlot is the most planted grape varietal in Bordeaux and the perfect blending partner for Cabernet Sauvignon.

Taste Left Bank Bordeaux Blends: Cabernet Dominant

Nov 6, 2020
2 min

Taste Left Bank Bordeaux Blends: Cabernet Dominant

Bordeaux blends are a cornerstone to understanding wine.

3 Things to Know about Australian Shiraz

Oct 30, 2020
2 min

3 Things to Know about Australian Shiraz

Australia is synonymous with Shiraz. It’s known for those big, bold, juicy red wines. The best part is that Australia produces...

How to Serve Cabernet Sauvignon: 3 Simple Steps

Oct 22, 2020
2 min

How to Serve Cabernet Sauvignon: 3 Simple Steps

You've spent the time to select your Cab. Now make sure to serve it with the respect it deserves.

Is Cabernet Sauvignon Dry?

Oct 21, 2020
2 min

Is Cabernet Sauvignon Dry?

The age old question. Is this wine sweet or dry?

Pinot Noir vs Merlot: Differences Explained

Oct 9, 2020
4 min

Pinot Noir vs Merlot: Differences Explained

Time to compare taste profiles, food pairings, and check out a few brands.

Burgundy Region Wine Tasting: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

Oct 2, 2020
4 min

Burgundy Region Wine Tasting: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

What better way to explore the Burgundy wine region in France, than by tasting the wine they produce?!

Try this Urban Winery in North Carolina

Sep 3, 2020
2 min

Try this Urban Winery in North Carolina

This Urban Winery has a female owner who sources grapes from around the world, serving it in a beautiful historic space.

What’s In Your Glass? Chardonnay Paired With Grilled Lobster & Shrimp

Jul 9, 2020
2 min

What’s In Your Glass? Chardonnay Paired With Grilled Lobster & Shrimp

This grilled lobster is paired with a beautiful unoaked Chardonnay from California. It's not your typical oaky buttery wine.

What’s in Your Glass? Wine and Garden Walk

Jul 4, 2020
2 min

What’s in Your Glass? Wine and Garden Walk

Kicking off the first of the series: What's In Your Glass? These ladies set up a Wine and Garden Walk. Let's find out more.

10 Rosés for the Summer: From Around the World

Jun 27, 2020
4 min

10 Rosés for the Summer: From Around the World

Rosé and summer go together like mint and chocolate, refreshing and delightful.

What is Orange Wine? 3 Orange Wines to Try.

Jun 18, 2020
4 min

What is Orange Wine? 3 Orange Wines to Try.

Have you heard about orange wine or maybe even tried it? This is a style of wine that’s come back on the scene in recent years. If you are..

Experience a Virtual Wine Tasting

May 19, 2020
3 min

Experience a Virtual Wine Tasting

Virtual wine tastings are such a great way to enjoy some fantastic wine and to hear all about it directly from the winemakers themselves.

Faust Cabernet Sauvignon: Our Latest Obsession

May 8, 2020
2 min