Because much of the attractiveness of wine comes from the aroma it brings. Shaking wine allows the wine to be exposed to the air better, from which the wine quickly develops its delicious aroma. These aromas will linger in the wine glass when you bring it up to your nose to smell. Shaking a glass of wine causes the hundreds of aroma molecules in the wine to break down into […]
Rosé (rose) wine is a mixture of red and white wine? Rose wines are made from thin-skinned red grapes that are not dark purple in color. The fermenting process takes place (only 1 to 3 days), so this rosé doesn’t have as much tannin from the grape skins as red wine. The color of rosé wine can be similar. The flavors in the wine category will give you a clear […]
Tasting It’s easy to look down on Oak aging in wine – the technique has been criticised for years by Sommeliers who find over-oaked wine to be saccharine and often too heavy on fruit. But we’re here to tell you it’s okay to like oaked wine, especially in the hands of great winemakers. Spain’s famous region Rioja sets itself apart by gauging a wine’s quality based on how long it’s […]
In 2011, Madeline Puckette was a 20-something sommelier serving wine across the bar when the idea popped into her head: “I should start a blog to help people learn about wine!” Ten years, over a thousand articles and two award-winning books later, Wine Folly continues to be a platform dedicated to helping people discover wine. Then in 2019, Wine Folly merged with Global Wine Database to create Folly Enterprises. While […]
Pinot Noir is often hailed for being utterly delicious, but it also happens to be one of the most versatile wine grapes in the world. This single red grape variety can be transformed to create not just red wine, but white, rosé, and sparkling wine as well. How on earth is this possible? It all comes down to the winemaking methods and the production processes that determine this little grape’s […]
What are the pros and cons of filtered vs unfiltered wine? Learn more about wine filtration from German winemaker, Kim Kirchhoff. Wine is not only a drink, but also a kind of play. It is a subject; a hobby people like to discuss or exchange their knowledge, thoughts, and news on or about. And, just as with any fashionable hobby, it’s subject to trends and techniques. One big thing happening […]
Thanks to Emperor Napoleon and his infamous Grand Cru Classification of 1855, traditional winemaking methods have been upheld to ensure the quality and reputation of Bordeaux wines. But this didn’t leave much room for change and innovation. So, with climate change and a new generation of winemakers doing things differently around the globe, Bordeaux producers are deciding whether to stick to the rules, or do something different. (Now more than […]
Marlborough may be known for searing Sauvignon Blanc, but the region is emerging as a world class Pinot Noir producer. Learn more about New Zealand’s rising star. Marlborough Pinot Noir Marlborough turns out vibrantly textured, intensely aromatic wines. With its explosive tropical fruit, green herbaceousness, and racy acidity, Sauvignon Blanc is the region’s (and NZ’s) signature wine, but other varietals flourish in this vinous paradise. A potent Pinot culture has […]
A look at pinot noir and where in the world it grows best with a list of the 7 best pinot noir regions in the world. A Fickle Grape That Likes Dank Weather Pinot noir as a grape is much more delicate than cabernet sauvignon. It has a pale color in the glass and zesty acidity. With thin black skinned grapes in tightly wound bunches it struggles to gather precious […]
Pinot Noir is the 10th most planted grape variety in the world. Wines made with Pinot Noir have cultivated a massive following of hardcore wine enthusiasts. Average prices for Pinot Noir tend to be higher than other grapes. So what is it about this grape that is so darn special to enthusiasts? Let’s look at 5 facts about Pinot Noir. 5 Facts on Pinot Noir that You Should See Pinot […]
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