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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 the company name has changed, the mission remains the same: make the complicated world of wine easy to access.
Wine Regions open back up in 2021
In 2021, the team created freely accessible wine region guides to help wineries and wine regions hit by the pandemic.
Alto Adige, Italy
The world’s most beautiful wine region that you’ve never heard of? Welcome to Alto Adige, Italy’s best-kept secret.
Where is it? Nestled deep into the Italian Alps on the border with Austria and Switzerland. The capital city, Bolzano, is the best place to jump-start your Dolomite wine adventure.
Why you should go: This is where North meets South – Germanic, French, and Italian grape varieties, Austro-Hungarian architecture, Alpine mountain culture all lit up with Italian Sprezzatura; Alto Adige is one of a kind. And so are the wines! You’ll discover unique local grape varieties found nowhere else (such as Schiava and Lagrein), with a backdrop of snow-capped peaks and sun-drenched piazzas.
Western Cape, South Africa
Where else can you find Penguins, Baboons, Lions, and grapevines all within a stone’s throw from each other? The Cape Winelands, including Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon, Constantia Sauvignon Blanc, and Walker Bay Pinot Noir, are all within an hour or two of the Cape Town waterfront.
Where is it? Situated at the southern tip of Africa, where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet, the Cape winelands are a must visit. Cape Town is a great base to visit the major vineyard areas.
Why you should go: It’s one of the most diverse and beautiful parts of the world with some of the most scenic and awe-inspiring views. Everything from one of the world’s most famous sweet wines to fresh and exciting Chenin Blanc and big, bold, tannic Cabernet Sauvignon. A place where old meets new.
Walla Walla Valley, USA
Washington state tries to keep a low profile, but as the 2nd largest wine producer in the United States, it’s hard not to notice what’s going on here. Walla Walla Valley is a treasure trove for lovers of bold red wines to uncover Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Merlot (among others).
Where is it? Sitting on the very eastern edge of Washington, Walla Walla Valley straddles the border into Oregon and makes wines in both states.
Why you should go: What’s happening in Walla Walla Valley right now is an explosion of wine country growth and potential. The producers who are selling today will be the future collected wines in the Northwest. Now’s the time to get in on the ground floor, meet the producers, and make new friends.
Napa Valley, USA
America’s best known wine region for good reason – California’s answer to Bordeaux; bigger, bolder, and just as exciting.
Where is it? A quick northbound jaunt out of San Francisco, lands you in Napa Valley, just off of the San Pablo Bay.
Why you should go: If you want to have a really plush wine excursion and taste stand-out Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and Merlot, then you have to visit Napa Valley. Napa Valley kind of invented wine tourism – this, combined with excellent food, great amenities, and laid-back California style, means you can’t go wrong.
Mendoza, Argentina
Having the second highest mountain chain as your tasting room backdrop should be enough to visit Mendoza, but if you’re looking for something else, let juicy Malbec lead the way to Mendoza.
Where is it? 600 miles (1000 km) west of Buenos Aires, in the foothills of the Andes, Mendoza is Argentina’s wine producing powerhouse.
Why you should go: What happens when you can combine altitude and experimentation? Some of the world’s most interesting and unique wines. Yes, Malbec is king here, but you’ll find some amazing Chardonnay, Syrah, and Cabernet Franc, just to name a few. Wine is the culture here, so go immerse yourself in it!
Bordeaux, France
Perhaps the world’s best known wine region producing some of the world’s finest wines. Bordeaux is a must visit for any wine lover, a pilgrimage of sorts, to see first hand what makes it the most emulated wine in the world.
Where is it? Located next to the Atlantic Ocean, 500km (300 miles) south-west of Paris, France, Bordeaux is an enormous wine-growing region to explore.
Why you should go: The world’s best Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blends, that have influenced winemakers the world over. Not only that, there’s amazing rare sweet and white wines too. Throw in amazing gastronomy, history, and UNESCO world heritage sites, and there’s not much more to wish for.
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