By accepted definition, “Old World” wines are those that come from the long-established winemaking countries of Europe — primarily Italy, France and Germany, although some would include countries of the Near East and North Africa in the definition. “New World”…
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Old World Wines vs. New World Wines
Tagged with: France, Germany, Italy, New World wines, Old World wines, wine styles
Posted in Wine Buzz
Posted in Wine Buzz
France’s 4 Best Wine Regions
Listing or naming the “best” anything can be a daunting exercise in subjectivity, and that’s particularly true when it comes to types of wine, wine-producing countries and wine regions. That said, lists are fun, so I’ve decided to go out…
Tagged with: Bordeaux, Burgundy, champagne, Cotes du Rhone, France, Rhone Rangers, travel
Posted in Wine Region Profiles
Posted in Wine Region Profiles
The New Sparkling Wine Taking on Champagne
Spain is about to “take on” France in the realm of world-class sparkling wine. France has always taken Champagne-making seriously, and has worked diligently to protect the “Champagne” designation in the global wine marketplace. As a result, with rare exceptions,…
Tagged with: Cava, champagne, France, Pedro Bonet, Single Estate Cavas, Spaine, Spanish Wine, travel, Wines from Spain
Posted in Wine Buzz, Wine in the Glass
Posted in Wine Buzz, Wine in the Glass
My Favorite Wine Can Be Described in 3 Letters: GSM
I have liked many wines in my time. These are wines that I uncork regularly to enjoy with a meal or to share with friends over a deep (or not-so-deep) conversation. There also are wines that I like A LOT…
Tagged with: Australia, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, France, Grenache, GSM, Mourvedre, Shiraz, Southern Rhone, Syrah
Posted in Wine in the Glass
Posted in Wine in the Glass
