Wine Facts
All about Wine: Knowledge, Backgrounds and Tips
Wine is meant to be enjoyed, but the more you know, the more you'll taste. On this page, we've compiled our best "wine facts," practical tips, and honest background information. Whether you want to learn to taste wine like an expert , are curious about the differences between grape varieties like Primitivo and Merlot , what makes Italian wine so good , or are looking for advice on storing wine : you'll find the answer here. Read our experts' articles and discover your perfect wine.
Montalcino explained: the historical wine region boundary, Brunello, Rosso, Moscadello and Sant’Antimo, plus soil, climate, grapes, maps and official sources.
A clear dossier on Tuscany as a wine region: appellations, grapes, landscape, soil, climate, and wine styles.
Chianti DOCG helder uitgelegd: de actuele regels uit 2026, Sangiovese, acht subzones, wijnstijlen, klimaat en het verschil met Chianti Classico.
When you're sitting on a sunny terrace, that local wine tastes like a dream. But once you're home on a weekday evening, the same bottle is a bit disappointing. Why is that? From the notorious 'suitcase killer' to the relaxed holiday mindset: we explain why wine tastes different at home and how to avoid disappointment!
