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After a phone call from my sommelier buddy, Aldo Sohm, we’re headed to Alto Adige in the Italian Alps on a crazy wine-cycling adventure. Will we make it to the end?

Just two grapes — Chardonnay and Pinot Noir — have shaped centuries of winemaking, quality classifications, and collector’s cellars. In this video, we’ll learn why Burgundy is the most revered wine region in the world.

Get a taste of five must-know Spanish red wines that offer amazing value, bold flavors, and food pairings. This might be the most underrated wine country of them all.

Turns out, there’s a lot more to red wine than you might realize. These six surprising facts will completely change the way you think about this mind-bending beverage.

The Southern Rhône is famous for its GSM blends, but what happens when you focus on just Grenache and Syrah? Meet a wine from Ventoux that redefines Rhône reds.

Chianti Classico is famous for producing some of Italy’s finest wines. While the bottle in this video doesn’t bear the prestigious DOCG label, it’s every bit as special — and perhaps even more intriguing.

In a region famous for Marsala, Frappato — a red grape variety — is equally as iconic. It is reminiscent of Pinot Noir but with a more Mediterranean style, making it a quintessential summer red.

What are the boldest red wines in the world? They stand out because of their high levels of anthocyanins, the pigments responsible for their deep, dark color.

The story of Graciano begins in the shadows of Rioja - literally! The origins of this Spanish red grape begin in Navarra, Spain, a northwest neighbor to the country's famous Rioja region.

We’ve all seen them, the elusive 100-point rated wine. This selection of top-rated Merlot wines teaches us a lesson about point scores and Merlot.

Introducing Cava, Spain’s incredible sparkling wine. Forget pricey bottles — Cava offers amazing quality at a fraction of the cost.

I want to show you the fundamental quality markers in wine so you can drink better bottles.

Learn how long is too long when it comes to leaving an open wine bottle on your counter.

The idea of Super Tuscan wine isn’t new, but it sparked a revolution during the 1970s that changed the face of Italian wine forever.

This grape used to be the most popular red wine grape in Cataluyna until a vine disease nearly wiped it out. Fortunately, it survived in the mountains and has created quite a stir.

Inspired by the most famous and collectible red wine out there, this region attempts to do the impossible: to grow great wines where no one expects. Do you know it?

Don't like the drying, astringent taste of high tannin wines? You're going to want to look into this classic wine variety that naturally produces lower tannin wines.

Back in 1737 this volcanic wine region was making the most coveted wine in the world. Surprisingly, today it’s super undervalued.

This up-and-coming wine region is very remote in a rugged environment. That being said, it's a perfect Mediterranean cool coastal climate. Can you guess what wine before the reveal?

Leather, tobacco, and wet clay? These unusual wine aromas are what makes this wine so unique. See if you can guess the wine before the big reveal.

This white wine is famous if you're in the know. Why? Well, it's dry, rich, golden-colored and delicious. It comes from a region that's full of castles.

This white wine is well known in Moldova, Ukraine and Georgia and planted almost nowhere else. So, it was quite to find Rkatsiteli growing in New York.

The cool Northwest is the next up-and-coming wine area in Spain. It's here we find the region of Bierzo and the grape, Mencía.

For those in the know, Syrah in South Africa is a absolute find. We found a Syrah producer in Swartland to show you what you've been missing.

If you love Burgundy, you need to know about the 10 Crus of Beaujolais. Each of the 10 Crus has a unique style. Learn them all to find what you like.

Godello, (pronounced "go-day-oh") a little-known white wine grape, grows almost exclusively in Northwest Spain. Some Godello wines are so amazing that you’ll want to know what regions to seek out.

New Zealand Pinot Noir captivates with ripe cherry notes and velvety tannins but can it rival the finest from Burgundy? Here's what you need to know.

Tempranillo is called Tinto Fino in Ribera del Duero, and these wines offer incredible flavors as well as aging potential in your cellar.

Most of us know New Zealand for Sauvignon Blanc, but the Chardonnay competes with White Burgundy. What's more is it fits a tight wine budget nicely.

This rare white wine grape was nearly extinct by the early 1970s. Lets find out what about Arneis wine made it worth saving.

Learn Sicilian wine secrets and taste one of the rarest light bodied red wines called Frappato – a must try for Pinot lovers.

Carménère arrived in Chile more than 100 years ago. It was thought to be Merlot, but in 2006 DNA analysis proved it was indeed a unique variety.

What are the most important things to set up for a wine tasting? Sommelier, Madeline Puckette walks through what Wine Folly does for the tasting group.

Gewürztraminer is one of the most aromatic white wines out there! Let’s dive into everything you need to know to find great quality and food pairings.

It's possible to find good cheap wines armed with sommelier skills. Madeline Puckette shows us how to drink well on a budget at Trader Joes.

The core of Beurre blanc sauce is a French classic ideal for chicken and fish, made with dry white wine. This chef’s technique makes a sauce that won’t break.

That bitter, astringent taste in a glass of red comes from wine tannins. So, are they good? Bad? And, how do you find wines with smooth tannins?

Knowing these 5 types of wine and which ones to try will help you navigate a wine menu with confidence and poise. Find your favorite type of wine. - Red wines - White wines - Rosé wines - Sparkling wines - Dessert wines For each type of wine, we see different winemaking methods and growing techniques which explains why these wines taste so different from one another.

Get confident in Chianti wine and learn how to find the best bottles. Want to learn while tasting?

There is so much more to Moscato than sweet white wine. This family of grapes has incredible history.

Uncork the world of dry red wines–from bone dry to high tannin–and find out what these terms mean.

Learn which wines to pair with chocolate–it’s not what you think!

All the foundational information about Merlot is right here from Master of Wine, Christine Marsiglio. Wine Folly's [Guide for Merlot](https://winefolly.com/grapes/merlot/)

Learn how to choose the right Champagne for you with these 5 tips on a label. There are secrets right in front of your eyes.

Find the best Prosecco with these sommelier secrets. Prosecco Superiore DOCG is the secret to top quality.

Are you ready for Pinot from Oregon? Madeline unpacks three great wines from Lange Estate Winery in Oregon.

Join Madeline and pull back the curtain on proprietary wine names and decode the flavors inside the bottle.

The wine tasting method is a simple process that will help you identify specific characteristics of a wine. This method splits a wine tasting up into 4 sections based on four of the five physical senses we use to experience wine.