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3 Keys in the Art and Science of Tasting Wine

Posted on March 10, 2020 by Robert Johnson

A little info about the art and science of winemaking.

The Role of Oak in the Style of Wine

Posted on October 29, 2019 by Robert Johnson

How important is oak in wine? We have the info here.

Tagged with: oak influence in wine
Posted in Wine Cellar Notes

Which Do You Prefer — Burgundy or California Pinot Noir?

Posted on April 30, 2019 by Robert Johnson

Ask a confirmed lover of red Burgundy what he thinks about California Pinot Noir, and you’re likely to be met with a raised eyebrow and a sniff. Burgundy aficionados know what they like and typically believe that all other wines…

Tagged with: Burgundy, Pinot Noir, wine styles
Posted in Wine Cellar Notes, Wine in the Glass

Over a Barrel: Why the Source of the Oak Matters

Posted on December 22, 2017 by Robert Johnson

You may know Vosges as one of the most indulgent brands of chocolate on planet Earth. Since I’m a wine geek, I also know Vosges as one of the five primary forests in France where most of the trees are…

Tagged with: American oak in wine, French oak in wine, French oak versus American oak
Posted in Wine Cellar Notes

About Vinesse

Vinesse specializes in helping wine lovers discover interesting wines. By sharing limited-production gems that generally don’t appear on the shelves of local stores, Vinesse has grown to become one of the largest and most respected wine club companies in the U.S.

From our base in Southern California, Vinesse cultivates relationships with some of the most respected winemakers in the world. These relationships are critical to supplying each of our ten wine clubs with exceptional wines from amazing boutique wineries.

In addition to sharing exceptional wine gems with our dedicated circle of members, Vinesse also offers wine collections, wine accessories and individual wine sales to wine lovers across the U.S.

This blog is intended for people 21 years of age and over. Please drink responsibly.

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