Wine

Oltrepò Pavese, despite being relatively obscure, is the third largest producer of pinot noir (pinot nero in Italian) in Europe, following the renowned regions of Burgundy and Champagne. Is it possible that this charming Italian wine region, known for its high-quality wines, remains largely undiscovered? Absolutely, and here are our top 3 wineries to visit!

Bordeaux is arguably one of, if not the, most famous wine regions in the world. It's the birthplace of many noble grapes, notably the heavy-hitters, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The following is by no means a definitive guide to Bordeaux, but it's an overview of what we saw and did on our perfectly curated 5-day tour with Mark of eMpTy bottle.

Valpolicella, renowned for Amarone della Valpolicella and minutes away from Verona, should be an essential stop for any wine enthusiast traveling in northern Italy. Discover our top 5 winery picks in the Valpolicella hills.

One would think that there would be one standard with regard to wine sommelier diplomas, at least that is what I thought...

Summer is not quite over and so if you are looking for something different to add to your white wine line-up, look no further than Gavi! Gavi is made from 100% Cortese grape variety which turns into a crisp white with high acidity and low body, a perfect summertime sipper or porch pounder- you chose- no judgement! 😂

When traveling around the world, it's fun to collect souvenirs that evoke the memory of happy times in the places you've explored. The travel trickets need not be tacky tchotchkes, but useful items. Some of my favorites are salt, olive oil or vinegar, a cute bowl to serve antipasti, an easy to pack kitchen towel, or, last but not least...wine! Last night, Svein and I uncorked a bottle of "princely wine" from Liechtenstein, taking us on a delightful trip down memory lane...

Do you find yourself saving wine corks for reasons unknown only to throw them out months later? Here are 2...

WHAT? Wine in Canada? Yep, and it's not all ice wine either, especially in the Okanagan Valley! We spent 3 days in the Okanagan and listed..

There are many reasons Milan deserves a visit, but here are the top 6 reasons I suggest adding a couple of days to your itinerary and...

For decades Italians have adored lo spritz, which is a concoction of equal parts sparkling wine (usually Prosecco), sparkling water and a...

With more than 600 wineries, welcoming locals, and high quality wines, Willamette is a must-visit destination for any fan of pinot noir...

Bacari, the Venetian word for wine bars that serve small tapas-like snacks called cicchetti are abundant throughout Venice. The highest...

Situated on one of the numerous islands in the Venetian lagoon, Mazzorbo Island is an unusual location for a winery, because it's at sea lev

Outstanding wine, delicious food, prize-winning olive oil, beautiful landscapes, and minimal tourists - what's not to love? If you find...

Metodo classico, charmant method, prosecco, Franciacorta- what's it all about?