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What Does 'Structure' Mean in Wine? Wine structure is a complex concept that requires firm understanding of tasting notes. Learn how to break it down into components like tannins and acidity. -
The Science Behind the Main Wine Aromas, Explained We often talk about notes of popcorn or rose petals, but what makes wine smell like more than just grapes? We break down wine aromas, compound by compound. -
An Armchair Traveler's Guide to Napa Valley Wine Country Want to travel to Napa without leaving the house? Explore world-famous Napa wine regions and where to find virtual tastings with this guide. -
An Insider's Guide to a World-Famous German Wine Region Germany's Mosel Valley has been home to vineyards since Ancient Rome. Here's your guide to the famous region known for its steep slopes and slate soils. -
What Does “Texture” Mean in Wine? Rough, plush, gritty soft, silky—we know what texture means in day-to-day life, but what do these words mean when we apply them to wine? Here's your primer. -
An Armchair Traveler's Guide to Washington State Wine Country Washington makes some of America's most innovative wines. This easy guide to appellations and virtual tastings will help you discover what you're missing. -
What Does “Freshness” Mean in Wine? Wine experts often toss around terms that sound vague or undefined, and “freshness” is often among them. So what does it really mean for your wine? -
A Six-Bottle Master Class to Malbec From France to Argentina, Malbec is a popular wine. Learn to taste the difference between Old World and New World bottles, as well as oaked and unoaked. -
Exploring the Diverse, Terroir-Driven Wines of the American Southwest The American Southwest is still "up-and-coming" as a major wine region, but it's home to some of America's most successful producers. -
What is Whole-Bunch Fermentation and Why Does It Matter? To de-stem or not to de-stem? Considered a rustic style, some producers continue to ferment whole bunches of grapes. How does it affect your final wine?