Other than an occasional Chardonnay, it was red wine only for me. At least wine shopping was easy, my selection was not vast, actually very slim. What an exciting year this has been for Why Wine Blog and for me personally in my quest to further my knowledge of wine. honestly tried their reds and for lack of a better term, they sucked. MORE >>

Wine friends, I’ve been obsessed with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir since my visit to Burgundy to take part in the Les Grand Jours De Bourgogne – a very exciting week in the lives of journalists and trade professionals, and of course the winemakers throughout Burgundy. 10th Edition Les Grands Jours De Bourgogne. chablis room. Tropez. MORE >>

The Puzelats grow Pinot Noir, Gamay, Côt (called Malbec in Argentina), Bréton (called Cabernet Franc in the film Sideways ), Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris (called Pinot Grigio in Italy), and the rarely seen Pineau D'Aunis and Menu Pineau (called Arbois in the Jura). 2006 Clos du Toe-Boeuf Le Brin de Chèvre , $18. It works. MORE >>

Montevideo is apparently quickly becoming a hot spot … the plane was full and passengers were forced to walk through a high-tech retail shop offering everything from Clarins body cream (yes!) One is 90% Chardonnay and 10% Sauvignon Blanc and the other is a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. “Welcome!” to designer sunglasses. MORE >>

recently had a chance to sample a few along with a Chardonnay, Reisling and a Pinot Noir. No traffic lights, no people and 1 coffee shop.” Marlborough, New Zealand's South Island seems to have a handle on Sauvignon Blanc. She’s been at Cloudy bay for 2 years and it’s just celebrated it’s 25th year anniversary. It’s all about climate. MORE >>