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videoTraditional vs. Tank Method Sparkling Wine
Do you know another name for "Traditional Method"? ๐ฅโ โ And to be clear... this is just a stripped-down beginner's guide on the two styles. Bottles provided by our wine shop partner WineExpress: โข Tognetti Family Winery 2015 Blanc de Blancs, Los Carneros โข Biancavigna 2023 Brut, Prosecco Conegliano Valdobbiadene Superiore โข Aria Short Stem Tasting Glass (the official wine glass of the Wine Enthusiast magazine Tasting Panel!)โ Shop the wine glass here ๐ https://enth.to/4c4LL8P
videoWhat's Next for Wine? Experts Weigh In
How would you answer this question? Here's what #WineStarAwards attendees had to say. โจโ
videoWhy & When We Swirl Wine
Why exactly do we swirl wine all the time? Glad you asked... ๐ท ๐๐ ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ. Oxygen allows aroma compounds to become more detectable and helps soften harsh tannins. You want to swirl most wines, but older vintage pours are more delicate and thus might become overoxidized. ๐๐ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐บ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ๐ณ-๐ฝ๐๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ผ๐ฟ๐. Some wines contain sulfites, which can create odors of burnt matches or rotten eggs. Some swirling can dissipate those malodors. ๐ ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ถ๐๐๐ฎ๐น. By stretching the liquid across the glass, you can better analyze a wine's color and viscosity. Swirling also leaves behind "legs" on the glass, which can glean insight into a wine's level of alcohol. Shop our handblown Somm glass ๐ bit.ly/40Jt9on
videoWine Pros' Best Advice for the Next Generation
What advice would you give to somebody who is looking to get into wine or enter the beverage industry? ๐ท Here's what #WineStarAwards attendees had to say. โจ
videoHow Long You Should Decant Wine
Is there any wine that you would decant for 8 or more hours? ๐ท
videoHow to pair Wine and Wings
Wings and beer are natural allies. But wine works as well. ๐ทโ
videoNot All Decanters Are Created Equally
If you specifically want to decant older wine, the decanter ideally...๐ โ Limits surface area where wine can contacts oxygen โ Has a stopper to further restrict air flow โ Comes with a filter (not necessary if you decant carefully!)
videoThe Biggest Wine Misconception According to Wine Pros
We asked #WineStarAwards attendees about the biggest misconceptions in wine. What would you add to the list? ๐ท
videoMalolactic Chardonnay vs Non-Malolactic Chardonnay
Which style of Chardonnay do you prefer?
videoCabernet Sauvignon vs. Cabernet Franc
Do you prefer Cabernet Sauvignon, or Cabernet Franc? ๐ท These examples from our wine shop partner Wine Express showcase some of the key distinctions between the two grapes. Check them out here: bit.ly/4bnKnxU
videoThe Colors of Red Wine
Mind you... this is a *simplification* of the colors of red wine. So consider this a possible starting point, with the understanding that there's much more to learn on this topic. ๐ทโ
videoEveryone Gets This Wine Pairing Wrong
Red wine and chocolate... an iconic pairing that Sommelier Amanda McCrossin explains might be misguided. Aside from the sugar issue, there's another dilemma that stems from this combination. Do you know what it is? Watch to the end to see which types of wine you can successfully pair with chocolate. ๐ซ
videoWhich wine glass grip do you use the most? ๐ท
Which wine glass grip do you use the most? ๐ท
videoWhen and Why to Decant White Wine
Here are some of things to keep in mind when you decant white wine... ๐ โ Reductive white wines can benefit from decanting โ Very young whites with oak aging gain a rounder profile from extra oxygen โ Decanting can speed the warming of an overly chilled white wine โ Filtering can separate tartrates from the wine โ You should decant a young white wine for just 10-20 minutes
videoWhen & Why to Double Decant
Hands up if you've tried and love double decanting! ๐ Our hands-free Recanter Decanter is recommended specifically for young, tannic reds that don't have much sediment yet. Shop it here ๐ bit.ly/3T5Ji33
videoA Museum for Wine Lovers
You're gonna want to put Citรฉ du Vin on your travel bucket list. ๐ท Our Senior Drinks Editor recently visited the iconic wine museum in Bordeaux, touring the installations, wine shop, and of course... the tasting room.
videoHow to Remove a Broken Cork
Don't panic! Find out how to remove a broken cork from the next of a wine bottle. โ
videoWhen is Wine Actually Ready to Drink?
Mind you... the "right time" to open a bottle is really whenever you want it! ๐ But if you want to sync that time up with when the wine itself is at its peak, using our Vintage Chart can come in handy! View it here ๐ https://www.wineenthusiast.com/wine-vintage-chart/
videoDoes Ice Belong in Wine?
A wide range of opinions on this topic... so we're positive the comments section will be civil. ๐
videoHow to Clean Wine Glasses
This is essential information during hosting and entertaining season. ๐งฝโ โ Here are a few tried-and-true methods for how to clean wine glasses. As for the dishwasher... we really only recommend that for machine blown stemware. More delicate (hand blown) wine glasses should probably be cleaned by hand.โ
videoDifferent Types of Wooden Wine Racks
Planning on building a wine cellar some day? This information about the different types of wooden wine racks will come in handy. ๐ Individual Racking Kits โก๏ธ Organized, easy access to individual bottles Diamond Bins โก๏ธ Bulk storage of everyday or duplicate bottles Magnum Shelves โก๏ธ Champagne, magnums, or specialty formats that donโt fit other shelves Case Storage Bins โก๏ธ Storing unopened cases; efficient for collectors or trade use Want to take the next step towards a custom cellar in your home or business? Get a free design consultation here ๐ https://www.wineenthusiast.com/shop/custom-cellars/
videoAvoid Saying the Same Thing As Me: Wine Edition
Let us know how far you got with your choices in the comments!
videoHoliday Hosting: Expectation vs. Reality
9 out of 10 times you end up questioning why you offered to host the holidays in the first place. ๐ Still figuring out how you'll elevate the holidays? Find our favorite gear here ๐ bit.ly/47xcw1C
video3 Reasons to Swirl Wine
Why exactly do we swirl wine all the time? Glad you asked... ๐ท ๐๐ ๐ผ๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ฒ. Oxygen allows aroma compounds to become more detectable and helps soften harsh tannins. You want to swirl most wines, but older vintage pours are more delicate and thus might become overoxidized. ๐๐ ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐บ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ ๐ผ๐ณ๐ณ-๐ฝ๐๐๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ผ๐ฑ๐ผ๐ฟ๐. Some wines contain sulfites, which can create odors of burnt matches or rotten eggs. Some swirling can dissipate those malodors. ๐ ๐ฏ๐ฒ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ถ๐๐๐ฎ๐น. By stretching the liquid across the glass, you can better analyze a wine's color and viscosity. Swirling also leaves behind "legs" on the glass, which can glean insight into a wine's level of alcohol.