Blending is nothing new in the wine business. In some countries, tradition and law dictate blending protocols. For instance, the classic Bordeaux wine is a blend of five grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot. More...

While serving as the nation’s first Secretary of State, Thomas Jefferson developed a strong affinity for French wines. More...

With summer upon us, this is a great time to explore wine country — East Coast style. More...

For more than a thousand years, the Rhône Valley in Southern France has been producing wine, including some of the country’s more notable wines, such as Châteauneuf-du-Pape and Côte-Rôtie. More...

If you like pizza (and let’s face it, who doesn’t?), it may be time to try some new wine pairings to spice up your casual dining experience. As with most food and wine pairings, pizza is not a “one-varietal-fits-all” proposition. More...

If you ask your server or bartender for a Cabernet, there’s no mistaking, you’ll get a Cabernet Sauvignon. But there’s another Cabernet that continues to grow in popularity as a varietal, and for red wine lovers, it’s definitely worth a try. More...

If your Valentine’s Day plans include a little time at home — and a little wine — here’s a way to create a perfect pairing for your perfect pairing: Just say cheese, and you’re sure to bring a smile to your valentine’s face. More...

At one time it seemed that only characters in soap operas drank Sherry. Its utility was limited to punctuating a particularly dramatic twist. More...

Around the holidays, we often find ourselves reaching for something sweet, but there’s no reason that craving should be limited to cookies and pie. More...

You have to hand it to the French: They can make just about anything into a holiday, and on the third Thursday of every November, they do it with wine. More...

For much of its wine history — and it dates back more than 500 years — Argentina made wine mostly for itself. Until the 1990s, much of the wine produced there was consumed within its borders. More...

Tomatoes are the most popular homegrown vegetable in the country, according to the USDA. This fruit that acts as a vegetable is the prize of the home gardener, eliciting fierce pride and competitive spirit. More...

With summer in high gear, the sizzle of the grill is a friendly and welcome sound. More...

Wines are not strictly seasonal. We drink whites and reds year-round, although we might favor a bold Cabernet Sauvignon on a winter night and a crisp Sauvignon Blanc on a warm spring afternoon. More...

While all types of wine can be enjoyed year-round, Sauvignon Blanc is one varietal we often associate with warmer temperatures. More...

The undisputed state leader in producing American wines is California. More...

Napa Valley is a storied stretch of land nestled between two sets of mountains in northern California. More...

If we had to associate chocolate with a month, the hands-down favorite would be February. More...

When the temperatures plummet, we all look for ways to keep warm. The fuzzy blanket and heavy woolen ... More...

Perhaps the most time-honored wine pairing in history is the holiday season and “bubbly” — Champagne and sparkling wines. Few things are more festive than watching those bubbles ascend More...