The Wine Myth Dumpster Fire
Some ideas refuse to die. They show up at dinner tables and tasting rooms dressed as “common sense,” whispering that more money means better wine, that swirling is for show-offs, that …
Wine Podcasting
Wine podcasting has become a dynamic medium for both education and storytelling, thus making wine more useful and more attractive. Wine podcasts are platforms where regions, winemaking techniques, and industry trends are discussed on the basis of expert interviews, tastings, and discussions. The informal and conversational manner they bring to the table, which is absent in traditional media, makes them more attractive to both enthusiasts and professionals. The successful wine podcasts are those that manage to mix serious knowledge with entertainment, and so they cover subjects such as history, sensory analysis, and personal experiences. Additionally, they engage listeners through winemakers, sommeliers, and critics creating a global wine community. Besides, alcoholic beverage podcasting, as a vital educational, marketing, and, curious money-making tool, plays a great role due to digital media proliferation.
Into the Barrel: The Role of Oak in Winemaking
Few materials have shaped the character of wine quite like oak. It’s more than a vessel—it’s an ingredient, a tool, and for some winemakers, a signature. From grand Bordeaux cellars to …
Find Your Inner Sommelier
Free Wine Education!Are you a cork dork who dreams of being a wine geek? Learning about wine comes in many forms, and plenty of free resources exist. There are some excellent …
Become a Wine Connoisseur
Want to level up your wine skills and become a wine connoisseur? In this article, we outline the skills you need to be your own sommelier.Buy Like A SommelierGreat wines are …