“Red wine with meat, white wine with fish.” For eons, that was the mantra of both winemakers and chefs, who sought to simplify the often-mystifying challenge of pairing our favorite adult beverage with specific dishes. That myth was exploded in…
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Unusual Food-and-Wine Pairings That Will Surprise Any Wine Aficionado
Tagged with: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Muscat Canelli, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Rosé, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Zinfandel
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes
Are You Ready for International Cabernet Day?
There would be no International Cabernet Day were it not for Chardonnay. What could one type of white wine possibly have to do with developing a special day for one type of red wine? More on that in a moment.…
Tagged with: Cabernet Sauvignon, International Cabernet Day
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes, Wine in the Glass
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes, Wine in the Glass
Know Your Cheeses — Why It Matters When It Comes to Wine
People have been serving wine and cheese together for generations. But are they getting the most out of the experience? We can probably all agree that not every cheese pairs well with every wine — just as you wouldn’t serve…
Tagged with: bleu cheese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, cheddar, feta, gouda, jack, Malbec, manchego, Merlot, mozarella, parmesan, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, port, Prosecco, ricotta, Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Tempranillo, wine and cheese, wine-and-cheese pairing
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes, Wine Buzz, Wine in the Glass
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes, Wine Buzz, Wine in the Glass
Your Guide to the King: Cabernet Sauvignon
Ever since Prince William got together with Kate Middleton, and Prince Harry popped the question to Meghan Markle, there has been renewed affection for British royalty. It’s part of a cycle that has seen the British throne both revered and…
3 Wines to Accompany a Tasty Tapenade
It’s always good to have some tapenade on hand to enhance the flavor of simple dishes or to spread on crackers when guests — expected or otherwise — arrive. If you’re hosting a party or just a few friends on…
Tagged with: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, tapenade and wine
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes
Posted in Food and Wine Pairings/Recipes
Climate and Its Impact on Wine
In ancient times, almost every wine was what we’d today describe as a “field blend.” Not much was known about specific grape varieties, and various varieties would be planted haphazardly. At harvest time, all of the grapes — both red…
Tagged with: Cabernet Sauvignon, field blends, Pinot Noir, wine and climate, wine and global warming
Posted in Wine Buzz
Posted in Wine Buzz
A Great Way to Celebrate California Wine Month
September is California Wine Month, and I have the perfect way for you to celebrate the occasion: Join the California Treasures Wine Club! Why did Vinesse develop a wine club focused specifically on the wines of the Golden State? Simple:…
Tagged with: Cabernet Sauvignon, California Treasures Wine Club, California Wine Month, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Noir, travel
Posted in Wine Buzz
Posted in Wine Buzz
7 Reasons Why Australia’s Wines Are Must-Tries Right Now
I could list about 59 reasons why now is a great time to discover the outstanding wines of Australia. Really… I could. But your time is limited and my fingers are already tired from a long day of typing, so…
Tagged with: Australian wines, Breathtaking Aussie Whites, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Massive Aussie Reds, red blends, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Verdelho
Posted in Wine in the Glass, Wine Region Profiles
Posted in Wine in the Glass, Wine Region Profiles
The Perfect Reds and Dazzling Whites of the Pacific Northwest
Whether you get your national weather report each morning from ABC, CBS, ABC, The Weather Channel or some other source, you’re probably never surprised when you hear that it’s going to be stormy in Portland and Seattle. But not all…
Tagged with: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pacific Northwest, Pacific Northwest Red Wines, Pacific Northwest White Wines, Pinot Noir, travel, Viognier
Posted in Wine Region Profiles
Posted in Wine Region Profiles
