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What is a Cru? The term "cru" is used in different contexts throughout France and other European countries. Here's a quick guide to understand what exactly a cru is. -
Skin-Contact White Wines, a.k.a. Orange Wine for Beginners Skin-contact white wines, commonly called orange wines, seemed a fad. But this centuries-old technique and its unique, unusual bottlings are here to stay. -
Aerator vs Decanter: Which is Better? While both help wine breathe and increase exposure to oxygen, there are differences to aerating and decanting, as well as the end result for your bottle. -
What Does Price Say About Your Wine? There are a lot of factors that go into how much a bottle of wine costs. Learn about seven important influences, whether the cost is $10 or $100. -
What is Acidity in Wine? Acidity is one a wine's main characteristics, but what exactly does it mean? Learn about how acid affects your wine and its relationship to pH. -
A Beginner’s Guide to Italian Wine Italy's 20 wine regions are vast and complex. Here's an overview of everything from Valle d'Aosta in the north to Campania in the south. -
The Other Cabernet You Should Care About Cabernet Franc shines in solo roles and as a supporting actor in Bordeaux-style blends. Here's a guide to the red wine grape. -
A Quick Guide to Rosé Wine Learn the effect grapes and production have on your favorite rosé, plus a breakdown of the classic regions for rosé, rosado and rosato. -
What are the Most Asked Questions in a Wine Shop? Bottle shops are vaults of knowledge and a window into the wine world. We ask the pros their most common wine questions and answers. -
Everything You Need to Know About Syrah/Shiraz Shiraz/Syrah is one of the world's most popular wines for its diversity of flavor. Learn everything you need to know about Shiraz/Syrah with Wine Enthusiast Magazine.