11 Best wines for beginners plus tips on how to start drinking wine
If you want to like wine, but you don’t know where to start, this post is for you. What is the best wine for beginners? Here’s a list of the best white and red wines to drink as a beginner. If you’re new to wine, you might also enjoy these tips on how to start drinking wine and get to know your palate.
Did you know only about 14% of wineries in California have women as their lead winemakers? Supporting women in the wine industry is important to me because we’ve been underrepresented in the industry for so long, and it’s time to change that. Here are some of my favorite woman-made wines that you should seek out, along with food pairing suggestions, and what makes these female-owned wine brands special.
While still seemingly undiscovered, Lodi is the largest wine-growing region in California, with over 100,000 acres under vine. On a recent trip to this hidden gem wine region, I was blown away by the hospitality, wines, history, and people. Here are 5 reasons why you should go wine tasting in Lodi, plus wineries to visit, wines to taste, and the best restaurants.
Copenhagen is officially one of my top 3 favorite cities. Not only is it extremely beautiful, but there’s so much to see and do. The people are friendly, the food is delicious, and the wine keeps flowing. Here are my recommendations for where to stay, where to eat and drink wine, and what to do in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Read MoreLinguine alle Vongole, or Linguine with Clams, is one of my favorite pasta recipes to make at home. Here’s how to make my go-to linguine with clams recipe, a rosé pairing and why this food and wine pairing works, plus other wine suggestions to match with your summer seafood dishes.
Read MoreFor me, ideal white wines for summer are light-to-medium in body, high in acid (crisp), fruit-forward (but dry), and perfect for pairing with summer activities and dishes. If you enjoy a refreshing glass of Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, here are the perfect alternatives for when you’re looking to try something new, plus what they taste like, where they come from, and summer food and wine pairings.
Whether you’re planning a date night at home, a virtual Galentine’s celebration, or a much-deserved self-care day, I’ve got the perfect Valentine’s Day wine in mind for you! Check out my top picks for Valentine’s Day, plus food pairing ideas to go with each bottle.
Read MoreWine and cheese are simply two of my favorite things. The best part is, when you find a wine and cheese pairing that succeeds, the two work together to make each other taste even better....how is that possible? Here are some food and wine pairing guidelines, along with four red wine and cheese pairings you have to taste.
Read MoreWho says you can only drink white wine in the spring and summer?? As the holidays approach, I like to switch up my white-wine-drinking from light-bodied, fruity styles to more full-bodied, often nuttier, white wines. Here are 10 white wine recommendations and food pairings to ensure you have a cozy fall and winter.
Read MoreThanksgiving is a nightmare of a meal to pair wines with. I’ve done the work for you, so all you have to do is grab at least one bottle of each of these styles and you’re set for an incredible night with amazing food and wine. This guide is complete with my specific wine recommendations, too!
Read More
