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What Does “Oaky” Wine Mean?

Learn about how wines age in barrels to pick up additional flavors! Continue reading What Does “Oaky” Wine Mean?

Kiana KeysMay 26, 2023May 26, 2023Leave a comment
Education, Wine Education, Wine-Making

The Basics About Sweet Wine

Learn about how sweet wines are made, how much sugar is in wine, and labeling terms to help you know if a bottle of wine is dry or sweet Continue reading The Basics About Sweet Wine

Kiana KeysMay 6, 2023May 6, 2023Leave a comment
Education, Wine Education, Wine-Making

Noble Rot: The Fungus That Makes Yummy, Sweet Wine

Learn about how the Noble Rot fungus attacks healthy grapes, concentrates the flavors, and produces a very sweet wine! Continue reading Noble Rot: The Fungus That Makes Yummy, Sweet Wine

Kiana KeysMarch 21, 2023March 21, 20234 Comments
Education, Wine Education, Wine-Making

The Science Behind Why Some White Wines Taste Buttery!

Why do some white wines taste buttery? Learn about the science and wine-making processes that create these unique flavors. Continue reading The Science Behind Why Some White Wines Taste Buttery!

Kiana KeysMarch 5, 2023April 14, 2023Leave a comment
Education, Wine-Making

Unpolished Grape 101: 3 Ways to Make Rosé!

There are 3 major ways to make Rosé. Let’s explore! Continue reading Unpolished Grape 101: 3 Ways to Make Rosé!

Kiana KeysAugust 30, 2022April 14, 2023Leave a comment
Education, Grapes, Wine-Making

Unpolished Grape 101: How Grape Sugar Becomes Alcohol

Learn how grape sugars ferment into alcohol. Continue reading Unpolished Grape 101: How Grape Sugar Becomes Alcohol

Kiana KeysAugust 18, 2022April 14, 20232 Comments
Wine Diary, Wine-Making

Unpolished Grape 101: What Does a “Blend” Mean?

Read about why wine-makers blend wines Continue reading Unpolished Grape 101: What Does a “Blend” Mean?

Kiana KeysAugust 16, 2022April 14, 20231 Comment
Grapes, Wine-Making

Unpolished Grape 101: What Makes a White Grape “Aromatic?”

Learn about what makes a white wine “aromatic” Continue reading Unpolished Grape 101: What Makes a White Grape “Aromatic?”

Kiana KeysAugust 7, 2022April 14, 20237 Comments
Education, Wine Education, Wine-Making

Unpolished Grape 101: How Does Sparkling Wine Get Its Bubbles?

Read about the three main processes that create sparkling wine! Continue reading Unpolished Grape 101: How Does Sparkling Wine Get Its Bubbles?

Kiana KeysJuly 26, 2022August 26, 20221 Comment
Education, Grapes, Wine Education, Wine-Making

Unpolished Grape 101: Why The Heck Is There Sediment in My Glass?

What is wine sediment, where does it come from, what does it taste like? Continue reading Unpolished Grape 101: Why The Heck Is There Sediment in My Glass?

Kiana KeysJuly 24, 2022August 26, 2022Leave a comment

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