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Two glasses of Nerello Mascalese wine in front of a charcuterie plate

Nerello Mascalese 101: A Must-Try Italian Wine

If you’re a fan of Italian wines, you need to try the Nerello Mascalese grape variety. This lesser-known varietal from Sicily is gaining popularity among wine lovers looking to explore something new and

Pinot Meunier Grapes

Pinot Meunier Wine 101: Offbeat Wine Varieties

Despite its presence as one of the grapes in the most famous wine blend in the world (Champagne), Pinot Meunier is relatively hard to find as a single-varietal wine.  If you’re able to

Nina Dobrev and

Fresh Vine Wine Review: A No B.S. Expert Opinion

The wine industry is saturated with celebrity wine brands and labels claiming to be “healthier” for you. But what’s real? And what’s really good? It can get confusing! It’s not like you can

Dornfelder Wine 101: Offbeat Wine Varieties

Welcome to a world of wine and exploration! Whether you’re an experienced connoisseur or just dipping your toes into the world of wine, Dornfelder wine is here to take you on a journey.

Muscadine Wine bottles next to filled wine glasses

Muscadine Wine 101: Offbeat Wine Varieties

Few wines capture the romanticism of the south like muscadine wine.  With its origin in the hot southern climates of the United States, this fruity wild grape has become an iconic part of

Grillo white wine in a glass in front of the ocean in Sicily

Grillo Wine 101: Offbeat Wine Varieties

If you’re a wine lover, chances are you may have stumbled across the Grillo grape. For over two hundred years, this sought-after variety has been producing some of Sicily’s most enchanting and romantic

Traminette Wine - white wine in a glass in a vineyard

Traminette Wine 101: Offbeat Wine Varieties

Curious about what Traminette wine tastes like? Join me as we explore this offbeat wine variety! There are over 10,000 different wine varieties today. To know them all is impossible – to taste

Paige at Santa Rosa Wineries

Santa Rosa Wineries: Your Complete Guide

If you’re looking for the best wineries in Santa Rosa, you’ve come to the right place! Check out our list of top Santa Rosa wineries, and get ready to explore some of California’s

Paige in a vineyard at a Glen Ellen winery

Glen Ellen Wineries: The Heart of Sonoma County

There’s something about Sonoma wine country that just makes your heart happy. Maybe it’s the rolling hills of vineyards, the fresh air, or the relaxed atmosphere. No matter what it is, Glen Ellen

I love Calistoga artwork in downtown Calistoga

Best Wineries in Calistoga: The Complete Guide

Looking for the best wineries in Calistoga?  Calistoga is an idyllic little town full of wine-country charm. Located at the tippy top of the Napa Valley wine region, it’s home to world-class wineries,

Best Wineries in St Helena - AXR Winery

St Helena Wineries: The Complete Guide

St. Helena is probably my most personally visited area within Napa Valley. If you’re a wine lover, then you need to put these St Helena wineries on your list of places to visit!

Cinder Winery Boise Tasting Room

Boise Wineries: A Wine-Soaked Adventure in Idaho

Boise Wineries: Your Guide to Boise Urban Wineries & The Sunnyslope Wine Trail in the Snake River Valley AVA Boise Wineries. Idaho. Probably not the first thing that comes to mind when you

Budget-Friendly Wine Tasting in Napa

Budget-Friendly Wine Tasting in Napa

Napa Valley is most well-known for it’s top-rated wineries and stunning geography. While wine tasting in Napa can be costly, there are ways to make it an affordable, yet enjoyable experience for every

Hailey wine tasting at the best wineries in Woodinville

Best Wineries in Woodinville You Don’t Want to Miss

Woodinville wine country is located just outside Seattle and offers a wide range of winery tasting experiences, including wine tours, beautiful tasting rooms with outdoor seating, and more! I reached out to local