11 Best wines for beginners plus tips on how to start drinking wine
If you want to like wine, but you don’t know where to start, this post is for you. What is the best wine for beginners? Here’s a list of the best white and red wines to drink as a beginner. If you’re new to wine, you might also enjoy these tips on how to start drinking wine and get to know your palate.
This Tuscany travel guide includes an overview of the wines produced here, best wineries to visit, where to stay, and where to eat when you visit Italy’s most famous wine region. I’ve also included a map with all winery locations pinned, so you can save this for easy navigation on your next trip to Tuscany.
Read MoreThis Tuscany guide includes some essential tips to help you make the most of your Tuscan getaway, ensuring you capture the essence of this dreamlike region and create lasting memories along the way. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, these insights will guide you through the best tours and activities to book, where to stay and eat in Tuscany, and practical advice for an authentic Tuscan experience. Here, you'll also find a map of the best wineries to visit in Tuscany.
Read MoreDiscover the best towns to visit in Tuscany with this guide to the top destinations, hidden gems, and must-see spots in this beautiful region of Italy. This travel guide also includes a downloadable map to help you plan your next trip to the captivating region of Tuscany.
Read MoreWelcome to my Paris food and wine guide! Wondering where to eat in Paris? This blog post lists all of my favorite places to eat and drink wine in Paris, from casual restaurants for lunch to fancy dinner spots and the best wine bars. At the end of this post, I’ve included a map with all of the restaurants and wine bars listed for your next trip to Paris. This is the ultimate Paris travel guide for any food or wine lover!
Read MoreThis melon, prosciutto, and mozzarella salad pairs perfectly with Vinho Verde white and rosé wines. It’s an easy summer appetizer and wine pairing that only requires a few fresh ingredients. Keep reading this post to learn more about Portugal's Vinho Verde wine region, explore some history about the fresh wines produced here, and get the full recipe and wine pairing details.
Read MoreLocated just 45 miles east of San Francisco, Livermore Valley is a hidden gem wine region in California. Home to over 50 wineries, it’s the perfect day trip or off-the-beaten-path long weekend destination. Keep reading this post to find out the best wineries to visit, where to eat, where to stay, and the ideal itinerary for a weekend in Livermore Valley.
Read MoreThis is the best steak crostini recipe. Pair these crostini with your favorite Cabernet Sauvignon for an elevated date-night-in or bring these along with you to a party and be the most popular guest of the evening. Keep reading this post to find the full recipe, learn some fun facts about Cabernet Sauvignon, and discover why this food and wine pairing works so well.
Read MoreFor me, the best Valentine’s Day wine and food pairings are simple and delicious, yet elevated. And these three appetizer recipes and wine pairings are just that. You might be wondering, “What wine do people drink on Valentine’s Day?” And while there’s no right or wrong answer here, I like to suggest choosing a wine based on the meal you’re planning to eat. Keep reading this post to find the full recipes for all three appetizers, along with wine recommendations for each variety, and discover why these food and wine pairings work so well.
Read MoreThese BBQ Chicken Baked Taquitos are so easy to make for guests, and when paired with a juicy Merlot, they taste even better. If you’re looking for the perfect appetizer to serve for Super Bowl Sunday, or any game day party, look no further than these chicken taquitos. Keep reading this post to find the full recipe, learn some fun facts about Merlot, and discover why this food and wine pairing works so well.
Read MoreThis simple linguine with clams recipe comes together in under thirty minutes and is sure to please your next wine dinner party guests. My suggestion: pair this meal with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc from Touraine, France. Keep reading this post to find the best linguine with clams recipe, learn about France’s Touraine wine region, and find out why Sauvignon Blanc is the perfect pairing for this easy seafood pasta.
Read MoreWhat type of wine is sweet? I’m sharing the 5 best sweet wines for beginners, including some sweet wine food pairing ideas and sweet white, red, and sparkling wines to try. This post also covers the difference between dry and sweet wines and how to know if a wine is dry or sweet (even before you purchase the bottle).
Read MoreHere’s your complete guide to Santa Barbara wine country, including an overview of the region and the best hotels and wineries to visit during your stay in Santa Ynez Valley and beyond. I’ve also included a list of some of the best Santa Barbara wines to get you acquainted with this hidden gem region.
Read MoreWhether you’re planning romantic date night, lounging with your gals, or just treating yourself, here are the best wines to celebrate Valentine’s Day with this year. These bottles would make the perfect Valentine's Day gift for that special someone. Plus, I've included some food pairing suggestions to help you get inspired and plan the perfect date-night-in.
Read MoreWhat wines are good for Thanksgiving? To be honest, Thanksgiving can be a sommelier’s nightmare. But don’t worry, I’m here to help! Follow this Thanksgiving wine guide to find wines that will make your guests happy and pair with anything from turkey to green bean casserole or your aunt’s famous mac and cheese. Here are 5 tips to help you find the best wines to serve at your Thanksgiving dinner this year.
Read MorePlanning a wine tasting trip to Lodi can be tough, considering there are more than 85 wineries in the region. I’ve narrowed down a list to five of the best wineries to visit in Lodi and I’m also sharing some tips on how to get there and where to stay.
Read MoreHave you ever dreamed of having dinner at a château in Bordeaux, France? I got to check this off my bucket list with a wine tasting and wine pairing dinner at Château Ambe Tour Pourret in Saint-Émilion, France. We enjoyed a home-cooked meal alongside organically grown Bordeaux wines, and spent time getting to know the owners of this historic Right Bank winery, the Lannoye family.
Read MoreOne of the most common questions I get is, “What’s your favorite wine?” Truth is, wine is very situational for me. I rarely revisit the same bottle, which often makes it difficult for me to answer this question. So, I decided a monthly log of the best bottles I’ve had of late would be a good start. You can reference this guide when you’re stocking up your cellar or just craving something different. Hopefully, these monthly wine roundups will inspire you to try some new things!
Read MoreOne of the most common questions I get is, “What’s your favorite wine?” Truth is, wine is very situational for me. I rarely revisit the same bottle, which often makes it difficult for me to answer this question. So, I decided a monthly log of the best bottles I’ve had of late would be a good start. You can reference this guide when you’re stocking up your cellar or just craving something different. Hopefully, these monthly wine roundups will inspire you to try some new things!
Read MoreOne of the most common questions I get is, “What’s your favorite wine?” Truth is, wine is very situational for me. I rarely revisit the same bottle, which often makes it difficult for me to answer this question. So, I decided a monthly log of the best bottles I’ve had of late would be a good start. You can reference this guide when you’re stocking up your cellar or just craving something different. Hopefully, these monthly wine roundups will inspire you to try some new things!
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