Sweet wines, or what many in America refer to as “dessert wines” even though they pair well with more than just dessert, are made in many different styles and in many corners of the world. From Canadian ice wine to…
The “Who’s Your Daddy” series takes a brief look at the parentage of grapes, in order to get a better understanding of where particular varietals come from and how they are genetically related to one another. So far, we’ve covered: Cabernet…
What motivates someone to drink has been linked to the amount of alcohol one typically consumes. Previously on The Academic Wino, a study was presented that showed people consuming alcohol for “positive” reasons (such as the taste or the health…
The use of soil nitrogen fertilization has been frequently studied in grapes for its ability to alter wine aroma, however, the results of these studies have been quite variable. Some studies found that using organic and inorganic nitrogen fertilization improves…