Beyond the traditional fruit, spice, and floral notes, red wines can often exhibit a wide range of unique and unconventional notes on the palate. Although some are self-descriptive, we wanted to break down some of the less common notes, along with their potential taste profiles, the wines in which they're found, and similarities to more common notes. Continue reading
When someone mentions Spanish wines, the first association might unfortunately be Sangria. Of course, there is a lot more Spain can offer than just Sangria! Here is a glimpse into the fine world of Spanish red wines.
The common nominator for many Spanish wineries is that they age their wine in bottles and oak barrels for you. For the consumer, that means getting a taste of finely aged wine without spending a dime for storage space at their place of living.
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In terms of a global stage, the world of wine is remarkably unchanging and despite the various changes happening on a world scale right now, things rarely change in the wine scene. However, recently, the Rioja Consejio Regulador (wine commission of Rioja) has announced a brand new classification system and thrown one of the oldest and most established standards in the wine world into a new era. Continue reading
Kosher wine has been experiencing a tremendous rise in popularity for a few decades now. This is partly because of its expanding selections found in online stores and various retail outlets. History and culture also contribute to its reputation - people are curious to find out what exactly is in this wines that a Rabbi must supervise its production. The history of kosher wine dates back to the Passover feast thousands of years ago, and this is alluring to many with an eye for history. Continue reading
When we think of Spanish wine, we immediately think of one that is both red and strong. Rioja wine is one of the many red wines that has genuinely surpassed its domestic glory and achieved world renown. One sip of this wine and we are instantly transported to the beautiful landscapes in Spain, experiencing it with every essence included from the beautiful nectar you're consuming. Continue reading
