Have you tried wine aged in the ocean before? You don’t have to be a treasure hunter who has recovered ancient bottles from a shipwreck to do so. Several producers around the world have been experimenting with aging wine in the ocean. In fact, there’s a new Chilean producer continuing that trend. Continue reading
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Wine Tourism: Bodega Bouza in Montevideo
I just got back from a long weekend in Buenos Aires and Montevideo. If you’re ever in the area, you should definitely check out Bodega Bouza on the outskirts of Montevideo. Continue reading
The Spain Trip
I just got back from 2+ weeks in Spain. Even though the focus of the trip was family, friends and sightseeing, I still made sure to find opportunities to learn about Spanish wine. Continue reading
Wine Tourism in Chile: Elqui Valley
The Elqui Valley has it all: wine, beer, pisco, nature and the stars. Continue reading
Chilean Chacolí: A Tradition Lost in Time & Place
On my way back from the Colchagua Valley the other day, I stopped in Doñihue, the capital of Chilean Chacolí, to dive deeper into the history and culture of Chilean Chacolí. Continue reading
Wine Tourism in Chile: Colchagua Valley
The Colchagua Valley rivals Maipo as Chile’s most well-known wine region and best set-up for tourism. However, the ambiance of Colchagua is different. Continue reading
Wine Tourism in Chile: Itineraries from Santiago to the Coast
If you want to visit the coast from Santiago and do some wine tasting, you have several options. Continue reading
Wine Pairing: Melted Cheese Dishes
What do I pair with melted cheese dishes like Fondue and Raclette? Continue reading
Wine Tourism: California Wineries Off the Beaten Track
In previous posts about the wines I’ve been drinking during my time in California, I’ve tried to emphasize that there is also good wine being made in California and other parts of the US beyond Napa. Exploring California wine outside of Napa leads you to more diversity in varieties and styles along with cheaper prices. Likewise, visiting wineries outside of Napa also saves you money on tasting fees and brings more adventure exploring new wineries, restaurants and local attractions. Continue reading
Why it’s Important to Revisit Wines
How often do you re-taste a wine that you didn’t like the first time you tried it? Or vice versa, are there wines that you loved in the past but don’t like anymore upon revisiting them? Continue reading