Understanding Winemaking Category
2006 Izadi Crianza, Rioja Alavesa
Posted on June 30, 2011
2006 Izadi Crianza, Villabuena de Alava, Rioja Alavesa, Spain Welcome back! Lately, I’ve taken a break from some wine tasting because it’s been so utterly hot here that some Rioja Reds just are too much for these humid summer days. However, there are some modern Riojas that are wonderfully refreshing and easy to drink on […]
How to taste red wine like a Pro
Posted on June 21, 2011
Ever wonder how to taste wine like a pro? Let me show you the four key steps you need to know in order to taste any wine. They are called the “four S’s.” To start you need about two ounces of wine, a wine glass, a white napkin, and your mouth. The four S’s are […]
Centro Temático del Vino Villa Lucía
Posted on June 20, 2011
Villa Lucia Wine Museum is located in Laguardia, Rioja Alavesa, about 15 kilometers from Logroño. At Villa Lucia, we did a guided tour of the museum and wine making process. A wine tasting was included with the tour, and you can purchase a variety of Riojan wine there as well. Beginning of video: Courtesy of […]