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Wine Terms You Pretend to Know (But Don’t): A 3-Part Series
Let’s be honest—wine terminology can be confusing. In fact, some wine vocabulary is so esoteric and contensious that even connoisseurs argue about its meaning. Whether you’re new to wine or just faking your way through tastings, you’re not alone. In this 3-part wine education video series, I (Jacky Blisson, Master of Wine) break down the most misunderstood wine tasting terms and explain them in clear, no-nonsense language. If you’ve ever wondered what people really mean when they talk about grippy tannins, or a firm structure, or high volatile acidity, these short videos are for you. And, if you want to boost your wine language skills, check out my nerdy little guide to tannins descriptors and my explanation of why acidity in wine matters. Episode 1: The Classics of Wine Tasting Learn the basics: acidity, body, texture, tannins, and finish—what they are, how to recognize them, and why they matter. Episode 2: The Fancy-Sounding Jargon We’re decoding structure, balance, complexity, terro
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Introducing the New Pouilly-Loché & Pouilly-Vinzelles Premier Cru Terroirs
Nearly a decade in the making, the Pouilly-Loché and Pouilly-Vinzelles Premier Cru terroirs are finally approved. From the 2024 vintage onwards, four climats can proudly bear the 1er Cru mention on their labels. In an exciting development for the Mâconnais region, Pouilly-Loché and Pouilly-Vinzelles Premier Cru climats have have officially been granted, elevating some of the appellations’ finest vineyards to the ranks of Bourgogne’s most distinguished terroirs. Four years after the granting of Pouilly-Fuissé Premier Crus, the best climats of Pouilly-Vinzelles and Pouilly-Loché have finally joined their ranks. This long-anticipated recognition is part of a broader initiative to refine the identity of the Mâconnais, a region historically overshadowed by its northern counterparts in the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits. The Newly Recognized Pouilly-Loché & Pouilly-Vinzelles Premier Crus Pouilly-Loché is celebrating its first Premier Cru with the approval of Les Mûres, an 8-hectare site. K
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