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The story behind the saying

The End of “Anything But Chardonnay”

Unoaked Chardonnay was a reaction to “Anything But Chardonnay” prejudice.  It now is among the most popular styles of the most popular white wine varietal in America–Chardonnay.  The end (of “Anything But Chardonnay”). 

 

by Michael Bozzelli on April 23, 2023
Merlot was attacked in the movie

Merlot Was Not The Only Wine Attacked In “Sideways”

The movie “Sideways” is widely credited for creating the pinot noir boom.  Today, pinot noir surpasses cabernet sauvignon production in America and the 2004 comedy is largely responsible.  In the witty dialogue between the movie’s protagonists, two best friends, Miles and Jack, who embark on a week-long road trip through California wine country, bestow the ultimate praise on pinot noir, lauding it as the “holy grail” of wine.  Ever since wine drinkers have never looked back and have been exponentially racking up bottles of pinot noir.   


But this was supposed to be a blog post about chardonnay. 

by Michael Bozzelli on April 22, 2023
Counterfeit wine

Fake Wine and Blockchain

Before you buy your next bottle of a one-of-a-kind Bordeaux or Burgundian it would behoove you to watch the fascinating documentary, “Sour Grapes,” that sheds klieg lights on the dark world of fake wine.  
by Michael Bozzelli on April 20, 2023
Hard to read italian wine labels

Italian Wine Labels: The Horror

Italian wine labels are excruciating to read. Just ask any non-Italian speaking person who has attempted to read one. 
by Michael Bozzelli on April 03, 2023
The most popular wine in america is cabernet sauvignonn

Why Is Cabernet Sauvignon King In America?

Of 4,000 grape varieties in the world, why is cabernet sauvignon so popular in America? Unfortunately there is no simple answer. Cabernet Sauvignon is a wine
by Michael Bozzelli on April 02, 2023
Michele Chiarlo Moscato d'Asti Nivole Italian Moscato Sweet White Wine

Moscato: The Hugely Popular Wine That Gets The Side Eye

Moscato has been around for a very long time.  There are Egyptian hieroglyphs about Moscato.  Well, maybe not that far back but it originated in the middle east and has been traced back to the ancient Greeks. 
by Michael Bozzelli on April 01, 2023