Pinot Noir

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I'm Stephanie, creator of this website and lover of wine. After years of educating myself on all things wine, I have distilled that lengthy process into a much simpler way to learn about wine. Now you can quickly become an expert without needing to invest all the time that I did! Join me as we demystify this luxury liquid in a simple, raise your glass to enjoy kind of way! More about...

Jan 28, 20212 min read

4 Red Wines: Why Their Fruit Flavors Matter

Each of the noble grapes has typical fruit flavors. That fruit profile can vary a bit depending on the ripeness of the grape at harvest.

Oct 8, 20204 min read

Pinot Noir vs Merlot: Differences Explained

Time to compare taste profiles, food pairings, and check out a few brands.

Oct 2, 20204 min read

Burgundy Region Wine Tasting: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

What better way to explore the Burgundy wine region in France, than by tasting the wine they produce?!

Sep 30, 20204 min read

Exploring the Burgundy Wine Region

Travel Southeast of Paris and you’ll arrive in Chablis, one of the regions within Burgundy. Continue on to the East and you’ll find...

Sep 25, 20201 min read

A Delicious Pinot Noir and a Perfect Pairing

We enjoyed this delicious Pinot Noir from The Four Graces Winery with the perfect food pairing.

Aug 26, 20202 min read

An Interesting Pinot Noir from Austria

Pinot Noir is so popular and produced around the world, but have you tried a Pinot Noir from Austria?

Jul 17, 20202 min read

Trader Joe's Cherry Blossom Wine

Trader Joe's is known for their unique products and low price points on wine. But is it any good?

May 18, 20203 min read

Experience a Virtual Wine Tasting

Virtual wine tastings are such a great way to enjoy some fantastic wine and to hear all about it directly from the winemakers themselves.

Apr 8, 20203 min read

Stay-at-Home Wine Survival Kit

Are you trying to find ways to cope at home? Is your home feeling smaller and smaller every day? Are you looking for great wine suggestions?

Mar 18, 20204 min read

Female Winemakers Making History: Erica Stancliff

We interview winemaker, Erica Stancliff, to find out how wine has influenced her entire life and how she is impacting the winemaking world.

Mar 14, 20204 min read

Female Winemakers Making History: Kathleen Inman

We interview Kathleen Inman and discover how she became so enamored by wine that she decided to start her own winery.

Feb 13, 20202 min read

Pinot Noir Food Pairing: Beyond the Basics

Pinot Noir pairs very easily with a variety of foods. It’s the best go-to when you're at a restaurant and your tablemates order...

Nov 18, 20194 min read

8 Red Wines $15 and Under Rated 90+

Great quality wine doesn't have to cost a fortune. Here are 8 Red Wines $15 and under from around the world with 90+ ratings.

Nov 6, 20192 min read

Pinot Noir Taste Profile

The Pinot Noir Taste Profile is made up of a unique combination of color, flavors, and aromas identifiable by sight, smell, and taste.

Jun 22, 20181 min read

Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Willamette Valley in Oregon is renowned for their Pinot Noir. On our most recent visit to Willamette Valley we stopped at Four Graces.

Jun 12, 20183 min read

Pinot Noir – Let Me Count the Ways…

I just returned from a visit to Willamette Valley, Oregon. Love that area! Not only for the fabulous wine but also for its pure beauty.