“Only the unimaginative can fail to find a reason for drinking Champagne.”

Oscar Wilde, Irish poet and playwright

Fun Fact: Did you know that Champagne is a wine region in France? What we typically refer to as “Champagne” often is really sparkling wine, unless it was actually produced in the Champagne region. Sparkling wine ranges from dry to sweet and can be any wine color (although it is typically white, and a large proportion is dry or “Brut”). But what sets it apart from still wines is its effervescence — drinking wine with bubbles is just plain fun!

Read more about sparkling wine produced around the world and what you can pair with it. (Hint: Just about anything!)

Sparkling Wine With Breakfast? Yes, Please!
While mimosas are a popular Sunday morning breakfast drink, some may find them too sweet for their liking. Sparkling wine (without the juice!) can be a great accompaniment to many breakfast dishes. Does drinking wine with breakfast make you a “lush”? We don’t think so!

“Where there is no wine, there is no love.”

Euripides, Greek dramatist

Rosé is characterized by its pink color, ranging from a pale blush to a more intense coloring (an orange, or almost a light red). The French and Spanish take their rosés seriously, producing this lovely variation of their beloved reds that are refreshing enough to be enjoyed on hot summer days. However, with its growing popularity, Rosé is produced in just about any place that grows dark-skinned grapes. (Yes! It’s made from red wine grapes, believe it or not.)

“I ate the oysters with their strong taste of the sea and their faint metallic taste that the cold white wine washed away, leaving only the sea taste and the succulent texture…”

Ernest Hemingway, American novelist and short story writer

The lighter white wines, such as Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, and (sweeter) Riesling, are defined by their coloring that ranges from virtually colorless to pale-yellow, delicate flavors, and high acidity. While they stand on their own quite nicely, they make wonderful food-pairing wines — especially for your plant-forward spring or summer dishes.

“Wine is sunlight, held together by water.”

Galileo Galilei, Italian philosopher, astronomer and mathematician

Heavier whites, such as Chardonnay (when oaked), Viognier, and Bordeaux Blanc show a more intense yellow coloring, boast more complex flavors and aromas, and have a more viscous quality than their lighter counterparts. These wines are made from grapes that grow in warmer climates, which give them a riper flavor profile — and pairing them with food makes them all the more interesting!

“Give me books, French wine, fruit, fine weather and a little music played out of doors by somebody I do not know.”

John Keats, English poet

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“In the hand of the Lord there is a cup, and the wine is red…”

Psalms 75:8, Bible verse

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“Wine brings to light the hidden secrets of the soul.”

Horace, Roman lyric poet

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The “Ultimate Tikka Pairing” – Syrah or Riesling?
Compare how two tasty wines go with a highly-spiced dish, Chicken Tikka Masala, and see who wins the battle for the “Ultimate Tikka Pairing!”

“Wine is the intellectual part of a meal, while meat is the material.”

Alexandre Dumas, French novelist and playwright

Bottle Battle with Ham & Cheese Sammy!
Who doesn’t love a good grilled ham and cheese? The question is… do you have a favorite wine pairing? Well, would you like to discover one?

“The discovery of a wine is of greater moment than the discovery of a constellation. The universe is too full of stars.”

Benjamin Franklin, American author, scientist, and statesman

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