Very few beverages use a tree in the creation of its taste and flavor. But wine happens to be one of the few exceptions where the use of wood, and more specifically, oak wood, plays a significant role in crafting the beverage. In this Sip & Swirl edition, we’re going to dive into a few […]
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Do You Love Old World or New World Wines?
The Red Wine Edition We previously discussed Old World and New World wine styles in relation to white wines back in the Sip and Swirl April 2022 edition. Now it’s time to jump into red wine exploration! While most American wine consumers understand wines by their varietal names, “Cabernet Sauvignon,” “Merlot,” “Zinfandel,” or “Pinot Noir,” […]
Introducing the “International Style” of Red Wine
Recently, my husband opened up a bottle of Meiomi Pinot Noir (which I think was $22 at the grocery store), and he immediately said, “Ah. It’s sweet.” I’m not entirely sure if I was the one that alerted my husband to the increasing concentration of “sweet, but can’t tell it’s sweet unless you are paying […]
The Cabernet Sauvignon Craze
The relative obsession with Cabernet (a shorthand used often to describe wines made primarily of the Cabernet Sauvignon wine grape variety) wines would have you thinking you have to like this wine style or wine variety to be an official wine lover. Author’s Note: Hopefully, if you have been reading the Sip and Swirl for […]
Unique Wines for the Guy that Loves Wine
With Father’s Day upon us, it may be difficult to find that perfect gift for the dad that has it all. While a nice bottle of wine may not be the first thing we think about when it comes to gifts for men, I’ve found that a bottle of wine with a lot of thought […]
