Wine Tips & Education
Your Ultimate Fall Wine Guide
The Best Fall Wines and How to Serve Them As the crisp air of fall settles in, it's the perfect time of year to explore a richer, more robust selection of wines that pair beautifully with the season’s flavors. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this guide will help you choose the best wines for fall and offer tips on how to serve them at the ideal temperature. Why Fall is the Perfect Wine Season Fall is a time of change—shorter days, cooler weather, and the transition from summer’s lighter dishes to heartier...
How Heat Affects Wine: Everything You Need to Know
How Heat Affects Wine: Everything You Need to Know Wine is a delicate beverage, easily affected by temperature fluctuations. Excessive heat can have a significant impact on its quality, affecting flavor, aroma, and structure. If you are building a wine collection or planning an outdoor event, it is important to understand how heat affects wine. You should also know how to protect wine from heat damage to ensure the best drinking experience. How Heat Affects Wine Heat is one of the main enemies of wine, particularly for red wines and specific grape varieties. Storing wine at temperatures above 70°F (21°C)...
Is Merlot Sweet or Dry? A Comprehensive Guide
Merlot is one of the most popular red wines, but is it dry or sweet? This comprehensive guide explores Merlot’s taste profile, how factors like region, grape ripeness, and oak aging affect its flavor, and offers food pairing tips.
Savoring Summer: The Best Wines for Warm Weather Sipping
Summer is a season of long days, vibrant gatherings, and a laid-back lifestyle that beckons for a refreshing glass of wine. As temperatures rise, our taste in wine often shifts towards lighter, crisper, and more refreshing options that can be enjoyed chilled, providing the perfect companion for sunny afternoons and balmy evenings. In this blog, we'll explore the best wines to drink during the summer months, what makes them so appealing, and how innovative solutions like VoChill ensure that your wine stays at the ideal temperature. The Best Wines for Summer Sipping1. Sauvignon Blanc Sauvignon Blanc is the quintessential summer...