After learning all about the Rías Baixas wine region in Galicia in Part 1, it’s time to hit the virtual road for some wine tastings and see what albariño is all about!
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Wining with Mel readers know that I love a good deal, and the Loire Valley’s Touraine region offers incredible value for those looking for an affordable alternative to their usual sauvignon blanc.
Continue readingThis month, the French Winophiles are exploring French grapes grown around the world. To keep it local, I am focusing on glorious gamay from Niagara, Ontario!
Continue readingHave you ever been to Barcelona? If so, you’ve been just a hop, skip and a jump away from the Penedès winemaking region in Catalunya. Though it is best known as the home of cava (i.e. Spain’s version of Champagne), there is a huge range of amazing wines coming out of this region. Today we’ll be exploring its innovative winemaking, and tasting Familia Torres’ Gran Coronas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon.
Continue readingAhh Provence. Those of you who know me well know that this is a region that is close to my heart, since half my family lives there. When it comes to wine, the area is best known for its rosés, but its reds should not be overlooked. Today, the French #winophiles and I are exploring these hearty red wines from Provence. I’ll be tasting Château Calissanne’s Rocher Rouge.
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