In this episode of Wine Time TV, we explore the rising trend of low- and no-alcohol wines. Join us as we review some of the best options available, explain the benefits of these healthier alternatives, and discuss the innovative winemaking techniques behind them. Whether you’re looking to cut back on alcohol or simply curious about these new wine varieties, we’ve got you covered!
Featured Wines:
• Freixenet 0.0% Alcohol Free Sparkling Wine
• Community.Co Zero Alcohol Sparkling White NV
• Thomson & Scott Noughty Sparkling Chardonnay
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Wine Time TV loves cheap, quality wine! In this episode, European wino Elli Stark shares some insight in to the politics of cheap wine blends. Also, a special thanks to Per from BK Wine Tours for the hot topic!
Kamary Phillips • Indie WinoI love this simple initiative that Passaggio Wines have incorporated into their holiday wine season so much, I just have to get behind it. It reminds me of one winter where we did a considerable amount of fund raising to feed the homeless in Mannheim, Germany. Yes, homeless are everywhere.
Anyway, pleased to help and would love to try some Passaggio Wine sooner than later myself. Had it? Comment and let us know your thoughts. Meanwhile, I’ll be blogging and tweeting about this action in all the usual places.
The other day I came across the statement “taking the mystery out of wine and making it fun.” For some reason this statement became stuck in my head, like a bad jingle. For days, I walked around wondering why I could not let this statement go, and then it occurred to me . . . the mystery is what makes wine fun for me.
Wine is a journey of discovery and like any learning experience, there are going to be some mistakes along the way, but that’s okay. I can tell you that after several years in the business, I still pick out bottles that are less than stellar, although far less often that I used to.
Someone once told me that the most important thing you can ever take to a wine-tasting is an ‘open-mind.’ Especially during the summer months, when the weather heats up, I encourage you to embrace an open minded approach to wine. There are so many delicious white wines from more obscure varietals that pair with summertime foods beautifully.
I recommend this approach: Instead of buying two bottles of your favorite Chardonnay the next time you are at the wine store, pick up your usual and commit to picking up a bottle of a white wine that is new to you. Invite some friends over and share your new discovery.
Another great idea is to plan a ‘summer white’ event. We used to hold a dinner at the restaurant at the end of summer. We served five courses paired with only white wine. I find that it is always a surprise to even the most serious wine drinkers how well white wine can pair with so many dishes.
To help you get started, these are some of my favorite ‘off-the-beaten-path’ white wines for summer:
Fiano (Italy) – aromas of honey, almonds, and dried fruit.
Greco (Italy) – rich, fruity flavors, with hints of smoke and pine nuts
Muscadet (France) – citrus fruit flavors with hints of mineral, toast, yeast from sur lie aging (the wine is aged on its yeast cells) crisp with lovely acidity,
Torrontes (Argentina) – aromas of stone fruit and dried hay, a perfect summer patio sipper.
Comment about your favorite off the beaten path white wine. I am always looking for new recommendations.
