What images come to mind when you think of Champagne? How about another sparkling wine like Cava, Prosecco, or Franciacorta? To many, thoughts of celebration special occasions come to mind, though depending on whom you talk to and where, the…
“Minerality” is a tricky thing. It’s a term common in wine tasting notes, though its origins and causes remain uncertain and contentious. Scientific consensus for minerality is lacking, and there doesn’t seem to be much peer-reviewed science supporting a chemical or physical mechanism.…
The concept of wine (particularly red wine) being healthy for you is not a new phenomenon. While we’ve certainly seen stories of wine’s purported health benefits on a somewhat regular basis over the last few decades, the idea of wine…
As most of you are aware, there is a growing movement toward more sustainable practices in many industries; the wine industry included. In a world of uncertainty linked to a changing climate, many growers and producers are trying to adopt…