Chenin Blanc is a versatile white wine grape from the Loire Valley of France. Excellent examples of this wine are grown worldwide and made in an array of styles. The Loire Valley’s cool climate allows winemakers to create some of the world’s most coveted Chenin Blanc. Producers in this region use the grape to make […]
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While our team loves to mix drinks—several of us are former bartenders, after all, and would never miss an opportunity to the point that out in conversation—there are times when only the best-canned cocktails will do. Backyard barbecues, beach days, picnics, and the like are great occasions to pop open a can of something tasty. We’re […]
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Winery names like Mondavi, Martini, and Sebastiani are household names among wine drinkers. Italian Americans established these wineries in California in the early 20th century, and their brands grew big over time. So big that they became acquisition targets for the largest wine companies in the country and lost their founding-family connections. Names like […]
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The world’s largest freshwater lake system doesn’t just create ideal conditions for northern vineyards. It’s also home to a recreational paradise for every interest and ability. “Michigan is an amazing place [with] the amount of natural area preserved and available for recreation,” says Cristin Hosmer, winemaker at the 1855 Project. “You can swim at pristine […]
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Chenin Blanc is a chameleon. Dry, sweet, or sparkling, it excels in all three styles. And there are three distinct areas for high-quality Chenin Blanc in the Loire Valley, where it can make some of the finest examples. In Touraine, lay the twin appellations of Vouvray and Montlouis-sur-Loire, close to the city of Tours, the […]
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If you’re like many of us at Wine Enthusiast, you like to take wine wherever you go. While we certainly have our favorite cans and bottles, they can be cumbersome. Thankfully, there’s boxed wine. It’s much easier to pack, and there will be more than enough. So, we’ve got you covered whether you’re heading to […]
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September 17, 2021, Victoria’s Secret finally restocked their Body by Victoria Full Coverage bras. Waiting for my imaging tech to perform my annual mammogram, I ordered eight to replace my stretched-out, nearly decade-old collection. On the way home, I stopped at the wine shop to restock my favorite bottles, planning to host small gatherings, which […]
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Sustainability is a broad term in the beverage sector. Winemakers, brewers, and distillers are having meaningful conversations about what the term means for their industry. And while there may be overlapping concepts, like organic farming, there may be differences in what sustainability means to them. This week’s episode looks at sustainability and what it […]
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Back in the 2010s, it was a problem to find a decent rosé in most wine shops and restaurants. Now that rosé has taken over the world, however, the problem is the opposite: how do you choose from so many good options? One good way to do it is by grape varieties used to make […]
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Olive oil is a beloved kitchen staple, whether used as a condiment, cooking oil, marinade, or something else. But where did this all-important ingredient come from? And how do you select the best bottle? Here’s everything you need to know about olive oil. A Brief History of Olive Oil The International Olive Council (IOC) originated […]
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