While it may lack the intense mouth-puckering qualities of Muscadet, Grüner Veltliner is a fairly dry white wine in its own right. This wine is grown almost exclusively in Austria and is arguably the country’s most famous grape variety.

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Gewürztraminer has a bit of a bad reputation and is commonly regarded as an overly sweet, boozy wine. Wine aficionados tend to turn up their nose to it, finding the wine overly aromatic and difficult to pair with food. However, there is a lot to l…

After spending some time getting into the nitty-gritty of Champagne, Prosecco, and Cava it’s time to take an in-depth look at the “other” sparkling wine: Sekt. Sekt is a sweet sparkling wine that is primarily produced in Germany and Austria. The w…

Today we’re looking at one of the most widely grown grapes in the world: Grenache. These grapes are responsible for some of the tastiest — and priciest — wines in the world. This late ripening grape is mostly grown in warmer regions like Spain, Ca…

Pork is already a pretty affordable meat option, especially when compared to beef and lamb. However, for the more thrifty among us, there are several cuts that offer all the taste of the high end options at a fraction of the cost.

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One of the best aspects of wine appreciation is going off the beaten path and exploring some lesser-known tipples. With that in mind, let’s talk about another hidden gem of the wine world: Verdejo. This wine hails from Spain and is pretty much unh…

As much as I appreciate light and crisp wines in the summer months, sometimes I just want something full-bodied and flavorful. That’s why I’m particularly partial to Nebbiolo wines from Italy’s Piedmont region. These unusual wines are notable for …

If there’s one thing I’m a sucker for it’s an underdog. This is particularly true when it comes to wine. Chances are, if a certain wine vintage or type is dismissed by aficionados, I’ll be the one singing it’s praise. Which brings us neatly to thi…

Sweet and tangy, rosé is the perfect wine for the hotter months and a great companion to a wide variety of meals. While a bottle of the pink stuff is perfectly adequate, you haven’t enjoyed the best this summer favorite has to offer until you’ve t…