Why Does Burgundy Have So Many Communes? Burgundy can be difficult for new wine drinkers because it asks them to understand places before grapes. In many wine regions, the label begins with a grape name, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, or Pinot Noir. In Burgundy, the label often begins with a place: Bourgogne, Chablis, Gevrey-Chambertin, … Read more
Last week I had the pleasure of attending three events celebrating wine, terroir, and the artisans who work their magic. May 11 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG and Tuscan IGP/DOP Walk About On Monday afternoon, I attended a masterclass and walk-around tasting featuring select wines from Montepulciano’s renowned Vino Nobile di Montepulciano appellation. Montepulciano has … Read more
Côtes du Rhône and Côtes du Rhône Villages AOCs: French Wine, But Make It Fun French wine is rooted in tradition, but there is always something new to explore. Côtes du Rhône and Côtes du Rhône Villages AOCs are here to show a new generation of drinkers just how dynamic, delicious, and downright versatile these … Read more
The Alliance des Crus Bourgeois du Médoc is a group of nearly 120 winegrowers.