Acid: A Toast to Acidity: Uncovering the Role of Acid in Wine
Have you ever wondered why some wines taste so much better than others? A major factor is acidity, the unexpected ingredient that can make or break a great bottle of wine. Let’s take a closer look at the role of acid in wine and uncover what makes this key ingredient so important. Unexpected Ingredient When […]
Amarone Wine – From Dry Grapes to Concentrated Flavor
Amarone is a style of Italian red wine that is produced in the Veneto region, specifically the Valpolicella DOCG. The wine is made using the appassimento method, which involves drying the grapes before fermentation to concentrate their sugars and flavors. This process results in a wine that is full-bodied, rich, and complex, with flavors of […]
AVA – American Viticultural Area
AVA stands for American Viticultural Area, which is a designated wine grape-growing region in the United States recognized by the federal government. It helps to distinguish and regulate the origin of wines, as well as highlight the unique qualities and characteristics of the grapes grown in a particular region. An American Viticultural Area (AVA) is […]
Chalk Hill AVA – Chalk-full of Flavor
Nestled in the picturesque Sonoma County of California, Chalk Hill AVA is a distinguished wine-growing region renowned for its diverse terroir, where a unique combination of volcanic soils, chalky hillsides, and a favorable climate create an ideal environment for producing it’s world-class wines. Chalk Hill AVA is an appellation in Sonoma County, California, and is […]
Dry Creek Valley – Sonoma County Appellation
Dry Creek Valley is an American Viticultural Area (AVA) located in Sonoma County, California, renowned for its premium wine production. The region is celebrated for its Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Rhône-style wines that exhibit unique characteristics due to the valley’s diverse terroir and microclimates. Dry Creek Valley AVA The Dry Creek Valley AVA, established in […]