Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.
Let’s be honest: you were probably going to keep drinking wine anyways, but now you can make a healthy case for your favorite beverage.
I am often asked… What is the real importance of glass shape when drinking wine? The answer to that questions is simple really. Enjoying any food or beverage is all about the aromas. Tasting …
Whether you are pairing the subtle, creamy nuances of white chocolate or the lively bold tones of dark chocolate, there are a few tips to remember.
This simple guide outlines some of the most popular styles of rosé wine from around the world. From dry and savory to slightly sweet rosé wine.
This method contains the fundamental parts of how to taste red wine. In essence, there are about 4 things to do when you actively taste wine. You can apply this method...
Discover 5 guidelines that chefs and sommeliers use for food and wine pairing. You can use the same techniques on your own wine pairings at home.
How to drink wine like an expert in 10 easy steps:
Wine has many uses. Use spoiled or leftover wine to clean your house, trap fruit flies, dye fabric, heal bruises and soften your skin.
Wine Enthusiast breaks down the wine world’s toughest tongue twisters so you’ll never have to be speechless around a sommelier again.
What wines need to be decanted? How long should you be decanting wine? All you really needed to know about decanting wine and different styles of decanters.
Getting started drinking wine has never been easier or more fun. Learn the basics of wine through simple easy to follow videos and articles. Avoid common mistakes when buying and drinking wine.
What wines you should be drinking (and how much) to promote a healthy wine lifestyle. Turns out, if you stick to the moderate drinker lifestyle there are some major benefits.
What’s better than a table of pies? A pie-laden table paired with wines that raise each slice to otherworldly heights.
5 rules that will guarantee a better bottle, every time.
Is drinking wine one secret to a happy marriage? A recent study found that couples who drink wine together say they are happier over time.
Food & Wine's Ray Isle investigates the sommelier strategies that help you find the perfect wine for you.
Wine bottles come in all types of shapes and sizes, but three designs are seen most often. We explain how they were created and why they are used so often.
Learning how to read a wine label like a pro takes practice. This guide will help you decipher labels with rules on appellation and varietal labeling.
A cheese expert offers up a new take on classic wine and cheese pairings.