https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-tastings-blog.html Check here regularly for the newest additions to the Wine Tastings Guide website! en-us wine tastings Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:50:41 -0400 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 10:50:41 -0400 wine-tastings-guide.com https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-101.htmld3aedcd853b18486a11faa0491c39d1fHere it is, Wine 101, an introduction to wine for beginners! Well the world of wine and wine tasting doesn't have to be intimidating. You can easily start down the road to being a true aficionado. Wed, 14 Jun 2017 21:37:57 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/glasses-per-bottle-of-wine.html98ec2241eb8cd5973acc956f694ea288Knowing how many glasses per bottle of wine you can expect can really help plan your next wine tasting or dinner party. Read on to find out about how much wine you need and how much you should pour. Wed, 14 Jun 2017 21:36:35 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-tasting-themes.html3a7f254335a5da9a263cc4548e91e6e7When hosting a wine tasting, there are several types of wine tasting themes you can use to make your wine tasting party more fun and entertaining. Wed, 14 Jun 2017 21:35:54 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/make-vinegar.htmlaf4f48b7a45813d72fde0e04a01a7eb7To make vinegar you only need wine, air and time. However, this is a fun set-up to make a continuous fermentation in a barrel which will supply you will years of delicious homemade wine vinegar. Wed, 14 Jun 2017 21:34:28 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-tasting-notes-template.html9426d4f8e7198ba8e176fcdb08a1e59eGet your wine tasting notes template here! We have a few different options for printable wine tasting notes sheets in PDF form. Wine tasting is just not complete without taking good notes. Wed, 14 Jun 2017 21:33:56 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/trader-joes-wine.htmlcc5fc6d33e3990d78a619bda4baeebf2Ever wondered if it is worth it to shop for wine at Trader Joe’s? Trader Joes wine selection has improved over the years. While not top level fine wine, there are many decent options for good prices. Fri, 5 Aug 2016 13:28:28 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/barolo-wine.html560181f40dbfabdbcfc29c3a9814ea03Barolo wine is one of the most famous, and rightfully so, wines of Italy, coming from the northern region known as Piedmont. Learn more about the wines and their styles here. Mon, 3 Mar 2014 14:51:02 -0500 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/riedel-wine-glasses.html6849aa975b15e41f7fa5195b96a8d010Riedel wine glasses have become almost ubiquitous, available in several different styles, sizes, and levels of quality. Mon, 3 Mar 2014 14:48:36 -0500 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/new-years-eve-champagne.html20e0443b989e7c87645153e85887f275What is the best New Years Eve Champagne? I'll explain what is typically drank to celebrate this festive evening and how you can find just the right sparkling wine for your party. Wed, 18 Dec 2013 17:54:07 -0500 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/loire-valley-wine.html2b468f8295e8a8858a76fe05702e5902The Loire Valley wine region in France is a conglomeration of dozens of appellations that follow along the Loire River valley from practically the middle of the country to the west coast. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:48:52 -0500 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/brunello-wine.html794abf834f75df0f0c922677d13f52f2The Brunello wine region is a small sub-section of Tuscany which produces a powerful, age-worthy red wine of the same name. Fri, 29 Jul 2011 18:11:00 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/sancerre-wine.html1d935381f9d3e2eec32e17eb0d11f50aSancerre wine is made from Sauvignon blanc grown in the Loire valley of France. Learn more about the wines here. Thu, 12 May 2011 13:48:40 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/vouvray-wine.htmld6f30f99f1436101c077643dceb67842Vouvray wine comes from the Loire Valley in France from the hillsides along the river around a town of the same name. Learn more about the wines here. Wed, 11 May 2011 14:46:15 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/muscadet-wine.htmlfaf529525d50dcc578732a6f571c2d51Muscadet wine is an often misunderstood and under-appreciated wine from the western Loire Valley of France. Tue, 3 May 2011 15:51:09 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-tasting-scorecard.htmlc5ffe1bbd571372cb93ca1017afde4f8Here you can download a simple wine tasting scorecard you can print out to help you score wines as you taste them. There is also ample room to take down your impressions of the wines. Tue, 29 Mar 2011 16:04:32 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-tasting-forms.html0e4ef9e049cb99b043777f4d7d1dfbc8Wine tasting forms help to organize your wine assessment and learning. Here you can download wine tasting scorecards and forms to use at your next wine tasting. Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:44:38 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/southern-rhone.html348df18f51cf7a66e540fda4d675e625The Southern Rhone Valley is a large Rhone wine growing region that includes many appellations. Chateauneuf-du-Pape is one of the most famous and makes wines that rival the best in the world. Tue, 29 Mar 2011 03:19:27 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/northern-rhone.htmlc338e44c50ba6808fb6a946aa3b6e2b0The Northern Rhone Valley in France is the birthplace of some of the best wines in the world, particularly the thrilling reds of Cote Rotie and Hermitage. Read more about its wines here. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:24:07 -0500 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/pinot-gris-wine.htmlb6b5b736c939b505b4d41cd930549666Pinot Gris wine is commonly produced in the Alsace region of France. It should not be confused with the wines of Italy called Pinot Grigio, even though they are technically the same grape variety. Tue, 3 Aug 2010 14:32:47 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/gewurztraminer-wine.html09f7d2681738dce3003ace008bcee9f6Gewurztraminer wine is an often misunderstood wine because of its bold, flamboyant personality. Yet the best, particularly those from Alsace in France, can be stunning. Tue, 3 Aug 2010 14:31:17 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/grenache-wines.html1fcba16a722fb23da99bde49fb3a20e1Grenache wines are not the most well known varietal wines, compared to more widespread grapes such as Cabernet and Merlot. Yet, its influence has grown and grenache has become more popular. Sun, 1 Aug 2010 01:56:14 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/zinfandel-wines.html308c935e40f73a38e8c43bb22d8af69bZinfandel wines are arguably the most Californian of wines. This grape variety, while having roots in Europe, is almost exclusively grown in California and makes a slew or rich, wild wines capable of Sun, 1 Aug 2010 01:53:44 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/cabernet-franc-wine.html8041b1129db9614710c695a31f5ed5b3Cabernet Franc is a lesser-known relative to Cabernet Sauvignon. Much is used as a minor blending grape in Bordeaux-style wines, but great Cabernet Franc wine is produced in a handful of regions. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:58:09 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/nebbiolo-wine.htmlcf0220dc2d5783d4725d6095187cf8c2Nebbiolo wine is produced primarily in the north of Italy, most famously in regions such as Barolo and Barbaresco, capable of producing some of the best wines in the world. Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:53:35 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/merlot-wines.html691fd5e6bf481a42e9019f72e8fb6350Merlot wines are quite popular and ubiquitous in the world of wine. While the grape is originally from Bordeaux, examples can be found from many other regions. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:24:29 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/syrah-wines.html2b22c255776f3dd1ce1c835f186c5e04Syrah wines have gained popularity and now come from many wine regions around the globe. Learn more about this grape variety which originated in the Rhone Valley of France. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:22:00 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/cabernet-sauvignon-wines.html0794692f5bf6a882a6fcc328f376e70dConsidered by some to be the king of wines, Cabernet Sauvignon wines are some of the most popular and widespread in the world. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:21:14 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/pinot-noir-wine.html3908f86eef6b33166aa33d2959bf91ecFrom arguably the best grape variety on the planet, Pinot Noir wine is capable of breathtaking greatness, with all the complexity, nuance, subtlety and grace one could hope for. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 16:17:21 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/grape-varieties.html73923f8681ef1c5f4c91a0f58d3c6120There are hundreds of grape varieties grown in the world, many of which are used to make wine. Learn more about some of the most popular types of grapes used to make the world's most famous wines. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:36:28 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/sauvignon-blanc-wine.htmle17154cfd83d1dcf45cfa2c662462ff7Sauvignon Blanc wine is produced in many areas around the globe but originates from France where several regions produce wines from this grape variety. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:33:21 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/riesling-wine.htmlcd02fb39f961d1c7adf2c0d6789c30bfRiesling wine is often misunderstood. Known for producing overly sweet wines in many new world wine regions, it really is best from its birthplace in Germany and Austria. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:31:38 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/pinot-grigio-wine.htmladb230cdd3dabfdc771ef791561e4df7Pinot Grigio wine is one of the most popular dry white wines today. Generally produced in Italy, these simple tasty wines have gained popularity as an inexpensive light white. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:30:16 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/chardonnay-wine.html06a97244c345e09137f6113e07341683The Chardonnay wine grape is one of the most famous and widely planted wine grapes in the world. It produces some of the best white wines from France and California along with many other regions. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:26:23 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/chenin-blanc-wine.htmlaf56e9e8c3edaca8ab44450da62f48a6The most respected Chenin Blanc wine comes from various areas of the Loire Valley in France. Learn more about this grape variety and the wines it produces here. Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:24:24 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/piedmont-wines.htmle4cf9618699d5bc8e45184a0e49fd3d2Piedmont wines come from the north of Italy, in a region by the same name. While best known for their complex wines made from the Nebbiolo grape, there are several styles from various sub-regions. Wed, 7 Jul 2010 16:06:46 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/tuscany-wine.html163da1b1174e359afb3b61e6929121a3The Tuscany wine region is a large region of Italy north of Rome on the west side of the country. It produces a vast amount of wine, some of which is among Italy's most famous and sought after. Tue, 6 Jul 2010 19:02:22 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/rhone-wine.html3d9bcef034f676e6574c83501fd4411bThe Rhone wine region in France is a large area spanning from the south of Burgundy down to Provence, following the Rhône River. It produces a bevy of rich wines from several appellations. Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:45:15 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/champagne-wine-region.html6ded045abcdd565a2c22154dc0ef0c77Champagne, produced in the Champagne wine region, is the king of sparkling wines! Learn more about it and Champagne wines here. Wed, 5 May 2010 15:52:55 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/burgundy-wine.htmld53444706ed374513113a5d39fc12113The Burgundy wine region is at once one of the most famous, the most simple and yet the most misunderstood, difficult to understand and frustrating. Learn more here. Tue, 4 May 2010 14:17:38 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/bordeaux-wine-region.html6703cc34462379767a0c611c6a32fcd7The Bordeaux wine region is probably the most well known wine producing region in France and its wines are some of the most famous anywhere. Sun, 2 May 2010 00:28:31 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/amarone-wine.html665ac94e72d2783b8c21099f63ade712Amarone wine is one of the most intriguing, but also controversial, wines from Italy. Learn more about them here. Fri, 30 Apr 2010 15:42:33 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/italian-wine-regions.html8fba70710bb524a61efc4163ec8facafHere is an introduction to Italian wine regions, covering the various regions and sub-regions that make various styles of wine. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:44:47 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/french-wine-regions.htmlef4208cb8c40226c592fdc814627875eThere are many French wine regions producing beautiful and diverse wines from around the country. Learn more about them here. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 16:43:20 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-photo.html938702285eb5f297c9a9812ed1538e29Submit your favorite wine photo here! The best wine-related photos will be featured on our free newsletter. Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:57:21 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-aroma-kit.html2e4bee8e3a0fcdaa489c81e11d64e3bcA wine aroma kit is a collection of vials with scents in them that match many of the commonly encountered wine aromas. By training your nose to recognize various scents you can evaluate wines better. Wed, 3 Mar 2010 17:44:00 -0500 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/burgundy-tasting.html33b524b4997e170001e4a2ab2cd27936Here are notes from another Burgundy tasting dinner I attended, mostly red Burgundy. Fri, 18 Dec 2009 17:02:42 -0500 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-bottle-wax.htmlefc9a25631c7f94c3cca4c4f8e1c1da8Tired of fighting those tough wine bottle wax capsules that seem to take forever, and lots of muscle, to hack through? Here is a quick and easy solution to open wine bottles with wax capsules. Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:54:20 -0500 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/wine-tasting-game.htmle111a766469e09778df2573623f0918ePlanning a wine tasting game or two is a great idea if you are planning a wine tasting party. It can be a great way to get your guests involved and make the experience fun as well as educational. Tue, 14 Apr 2009 14:51:25 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/zind-humbrecht.htmla7586fc1c5f97e74410316d2d450bdc6I recently had the good fortune to attend an awesome 20 course dinner with a huge range of Alsatian wines, mostly Zind Humbrecht. Here are my tasting notes. Thu, 9 Apr 2009 15:05:01 -0400 https://www.wine-tastings-guide.com/red-burgundy.html071502023a664f05f72c50432e7d3d5dAnother night of great food and wine, this time red Burgundy at Delmonico's in Las Vegas, celebrating Andy's birthday. Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:04:57 -0400