Introduction to the Loire Valley
All this diversity makes the Loire France’s most diverse region and contributes to making it France’s most exciting region. But it has also hidden the Loire’s essential unity from many wine lovers.
Beyond Pinot Noir and Chardonnay: The “other” grapes of Burgundy
Burgundy is famous for two grapes: Pinot Noir (for red wines) and Chardonnay (for white). But scratch the surface and there’s lots more going on...
Flatiron’s Guide to Burgundy’s Rosé Wines: Bourgogne Rosé in a Nutshell
Rosé from Burgundy doesn't get the hype of whites and reds from the same region. But why? The wines are delicious, ageable, and singular--everything we could ask for in great wines of terroir. Let's find some answers together!
How to Read a Burgundy Wine Label
If you dig deep, there’s so much more you can tell about a wine by looking at the label. So for everyone who wants to go a little deeper, here’s a backgrounder on everything you can learn from a Burgundy label.
Introduction to the Wines of Burgundy
Burgundy is the wine that makes you fall in love with wine. Now, let's dive into the regions, wines, and history that make Burgundy so impeccable.
Celebrate Mother's Day with Spanish Wines
From the rich, earthy red wines of Rioja to Galicia's salty and crisp Albariño, Spain should be your destination for wines to celebrate Mom this Mother's Day.
Celebrate Earth Day with Wine!
Our drink choices aren't going to refreeze ice caps or de-acidify the oceans. But if you believe that in the aggregate even our small choices make a big difference there are some things you can do to minimize your wine's environmental footprint.
The Complete Guide to Saint-Joseph
Even putting aside those special wines, St. Joseph is able to offer something unique: a Northern Rhone Syrah that typically offers more drinkability, more vibrancy and more liveliness than its famous cousins.
Amorotti for All Seasons
In this tiny corner of Italy, Abbruzzo, there is an important artisanal movement bringing both grapes to previously unimaginable heights.
Amorotti is very much at the forefront of this movement.
2017 Burgundy Vintage: A Follow-Up
Jeff did this great, early review of the vintage, which now seems prescient. Today and tomorrow only, the New York store is having an online sale on 2017 Burgundies, here.
A Natural Expression of Chablis
It’s really good! Open it and right away it’s absolutely and obviously delicious, with lots of fruit (even a vague hint of something verging on tropical), a touch of florality, crystal clear Chablis minerality, and bright acidity. All the elements of spot-on Chablis.