‘Smooth’ is the word most often used to describe wine, but it’s actually pretty hard to define. Wall Street Journal wine columnist Lettie Teague searches for an answer and finds that it’s a matter of taste.
New World science is catching up to Old World know-how in determining that place matters when growing different wine grapes.
Just how much do you love your wines? A certified wine lover would treat his precious collection as well as possible. For sure, he would want to see every bottle aging gracefully and achieving its peak taste. But in order to accomplish this...
If you're a last minute shopper and have a few people left, consider buying them a wine club membership.
I'm a wine insider. I've met, or known, most of the big names in wine today. And from time to time, I have had the honor to collaborate with them. I run ...
Buying and collecting wine from your favorite wine store doesn’t have to be overwhelming or left to last minute. Here are six hacks that every wine lover should know when shopping for wine.
Even if your first love is wine, sometimes the mood simply calls for a cocktail.
I have titled this “Wine Lover Who Has Everything ~ Almost.” Some of you know what I’m talking about. I’ve been in those wine cellars… And, I’ve seen those colle…
15 hilarious frustrations about being a wine lover. Ever been made fun of for your love of wine? This is for you.
Celebrate National Drink Wine Day with five must-have wine accessories.
It’s the holidays and figuring out what to surprise the oenophile in your life can be tricky. Here's 5 things every wine lover needs.
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.
8 basic types of wine (both red and white), including how they taste, what they look like in glass, and alternative options that have a similar taste.
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.
Take our fast, five question quiz to find out the red wine you'll like. Give it a try, and then try some wine!
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.