Know Your Grape: Saperavi

Know Your Grape: Saperavi

Saperavi is perhaps the world’s oldest distinctive red grape variety, hailing from the Caucasus nation of Georgia, where winemaking dates back over 8,000 years. The name Saperavi means “dye” or “to paint” in Georgian—a fitting term for this deeply pigmented, teinturier grape, which uniquely has red flesh as well as red skin. This genetic trait…

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The Wines Of Alsace: French Heart, German Soul

The Wines Of Alsace: French Heart, German Soul

Tucked between the Vosges Mountains and the German border, Alsace is one of France’s distinctive yet underappreciated wine regions. Its wines are shaped by centuries of cultural tug-of-war and a unique geological patchwork, and offer some some of Europe’s more expressive whites. From dry Rieslings to opulent Gewürztraminers, Alsace is a white wine lover’s destination….

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Mexican Wines: From Baja With Boldness

Mexican Wines: From Baja With Boldness

While Tequila and Mezcal are the undisputed flag bearers of Mexican alcoholic fame, few outside the wine world realize that Mexico has been making wine longer than any other country in the Americas. Lately, Mexican wines seem to be experiencing somewhat of a renaissance – international awards, occasional appearances on dining menus, and teasing the…

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Tasting Georgia: The Cradle of Wine

Tasting Georgia: The Cradle of Wine

In the heart of the Caucasus Mountains, bordered by Russia to the north and Turkey to the south, lies a small country with an outsized legacy in the world of wine: Georgia. It’s not only one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world, but also home to a uniquely traditional style of winemaking that…

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White Appassimento: The Wines You’ve Never Heard Of

White Appassimento: The Wines You’ve Never Heard Of

The term Appassimento is most commonly associated with deep, brooding red wines, such as Amarone. But a small group of winemakers, primarily in northern Italy, have crafted white Appassimento wines for centuries. These golden-hued bottlings offer rich textures, complexity, and a freshness that belies their concentration. Though rare, white Appassimento wines are gaining traction among…

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