Tag: wine and wineries

Reflections on wine regions, vineyard visits, tasting rooms, and the culture surrounding wine. This tag highlights memorable pours, thoughtful winemakers, scenic estates, and the travel moments shaped by a good glass. These posts offer practical tips and personal stories from exploring wine around the world.

DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES

History Lovers Love Wine and Bad Durkheim

Posted on September 1, 2018December 21, 2025

It’s almost time for one of my favorite festivals in Germany. The Durkheimer Wurstmarkt wine festival in Bad Durkheim is the largest wine festival in the world. Yup– big reason to go, right? But you don’t have to wait for the festival to enjoy Bad Durkheim. Located on the German…

CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES

How to Taste Wine for Beginners: Sip, Savor, or Spit?

Posted on June 17, 2014December 26, 2025

Wine tasting notes may seem complicated. But it’s not– go for what you like. Ultimately, it will help you to select wines you’ll actually drink and enjoy at home. If not, you can always buy wines with a pretty label. Or just stick to bottles labeled red or white, sweet or dry.