Chardonnay vs Pinot Grigio vs Sauvignon Blanc: Finding the Best White Wine for You
By Averi Melcher
Do you know the difference between Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc?
How about what makes oaked wine taste different from unoaked wine?
Do either of these questions feel like reading a foreign language?
It will all make sense with this short read. It can be difficult to pick out the nuances between different white wine varieties and to understand the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) differences between them….
Is Sauvignon Blanc Sweet? Unpacking This Diverse White Wine
By Averi Melcher
Everyone has different wine preferences. Some people like their wine bone dry, and others like a luscious sweetness to their drink. While trying to track down the perfect white wine, you may find yourself wondering: “Is Sauvignon Blanc sweet?” We’re here to offer an answer.
Whether you like sweet white wine, semi-sweet white wine, or completely dry white wine,…
The Wine Lover’s Guide to Sauvignon Blanc Wine: Tasting Notes, Calories, Pairings and More
By Lenzil Hoaglund
When it comes to a refreshing glass of white wine, Sauvignon Blanc simply can’t be beat. Sauvignon Blanc wine is one of the most popular white wines in the USA for a reason. One can compare Pinot Grigio vs. Sauvignon Blanc. But, Sauvignon Blanc is crisp, fruity, complex, affordable, easy to drink, and extremely versatile in food pairing. …
5 Tips for Planning a Great Virtual Wine Tasting with Friends and Family
By Averi Melcher
Zoom isn’t just for business meetings and online classes – did you know you can even enjoy a wine tasting over this handy little app? That’s right, you can enjoy delicious wines from the comfort of your home with a virtual wine tasting.
A virtual wine tasting is a fantastic gift for a business partner or friend,…
Is Rose Wine Sweet? (Rosé Wine Sweetness Chart)
By Averi Melcher
Is Rose wine sweet? The truth is, that depends. Rosé wine can be sweet or dry depending on the production method used. With the wide variation of styles and methods, finding the perfect dry or sweet pink wine for your fancy meal is a piece of cake. Learn about the range of options for making Rosé wine with our grape selection chart….
15 Delicious Gewürztraminer Food Pairings
By Averi Melcher
Gewürztraminer pairings are perfect for summer salads to holiday feasts that work year round. This alluringly aromatic white wine can be sweet or dry, and offers something for white and red wine drinkers alike to enjoy. Best yet, from brunch to dinner to dessert, you can always find a great Gewürztraminer pairing.
This is not to say that everything pairs well with Gewürztraminer….
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