The Bonterra Edit

If you’ve ever wondered how long a bottle of red wine will stay delicious after you’ve opened it, you’re not alone. Who hasn’t had the sad experience of dumping unrecognizable remnants of a once-delicious opened bottle of wine down the drain?  Several factors impact how long a red wine will taste good after you’ve pulled […]

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the best-known, most revered, and widely consumed red wines on Earth. But why is that? And what does Cabernet Sauvignon actually taste like?  In this post, we’ll dive into the typical flavor profiles and sweetness levels of Cabernet Sauvignon, discussing how they change from region to region, and answering common […]

Sauvignon Blanc is one of the world’s most popular white wine types, and for good reason! Its zesty acidity, vibrant fruit and fresh citrus aromas make it easy to love by wine enthusiasts everywhere.  In this post, we’ll explore the typical flavor characteristics of Sauvignon Blanc and answer some common questions about wines made with […]

The phrase “dry wine” sounds like a contradiction in terms, so it’s not surprising that dryness is one of the most confusing concepts among new wine drinkers. In this post, we’re going to spell out what dry actually means in the context of red wine.  In a nutshell: A “dry” wine is the opposite of […]

Wine is a living thing, made of living organisms. From the time grapes start fermenting to the moment you taste it, this unique beverage is on a journey of evolution, and the environment your wine inhabits until you drink it can make or break that journey. Red wine, white wine, and anything in between requires […]

Over the course of eight episodes with eight incredible wine writers, we learned a thing or two (or twenty). Here are our top eight takeaways from this season of Bonterra’s Soil to Soul podcast.   Robert Parker’s impact on wine can’t be understated We discussed wine scores in a lot of our conversations this season, […]

Introduction to Different Types of White Wine From fresh Alvarinho to powerful Zierfandler, the world of white wine offers an incredible range of flavors, textures and aromas. White wine grapes can be used to make still white wines, sparkling wines, sweet wines, amber/orange wines, sherries, and brandies. Some white wines are at their best shortly […]

The magic of a successful wine pairing is hard to overstate. A well-chosen wine can elevate even the humblest meal, and the best wine pairings unlock unexpected levels of deliciousness in both your food and your wine. There are many types of red wine – so how do you know what to pair with your […]

We may not have a white wine emoji yet, but white wines are definitely on the rise! More and more people are discovering the charms of their lighter body, refreshing character, and versatility with food. From the complex spicing of Indian and Mexican cuisines to the fresh vibrancy of Mediterranean dishes, white wine can pair […]