boxers cartoon Chardonnay vs. Sauvignon Blanc

Butter Bombs & Zesty Zingers: The Tale of Two Iconic Grapes

Chardonnay, everyone has heard of Chardonnay and is known for its love/hate relationship. The grape’s history can be traced to Burgundy, France. It is considered a noble grape (the others include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling) and was “born” through a natural crossing between Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc. Known as…

family tree with Cab Franc as the main father
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World Merlot Day – Rediscovering a Classic

Oh Merlot! The step-child of the wine world. The grape that could have been if it weren’t for a stupid line in a movie that also may be the MOST misunderstood line in any movie ever.  But thankfully, Merlot seems to be on the rise again. Let’s celebrate it this Thursday, International Merlot Day.  The…