Demystifying Wine Varietals: What’s Really in Your Glass

Reid Patterson discusses wine varietals and Mount Eden Vineyards

Demystifying wine varietals can be one of the most frustrating parts of your wine journey. Can you relate? Have you ever found yourself standing in front of endless rows of wine bottles, each one boasting a wine varietal label promising something special but leaving you more confused than confident? If so, you’re not alone. The […]

Wine Varietals Uncovered: What ‘Varietal’ Labels Really Mean for Your Glass

Explore the secrets behind wine varietal labeling with Reid Patterson, Mount Eden Vineyards

Join Kristi Mayfield and guest Reid Patterson from Mount Eden Vineyards as they delve into the nuanced world of wine varietals. Explore wine labeling complexities comparing Bordeaux blends  to California’s Cabernet Sauvignon and other nuances. You’ll uncover why a wine labeled as one varietal might contain more than just one grape in the mix.  Reid […]

5 Odd and Funny Facts About Wine

I'm not an oenophobe, but there are people who have an utter fear or hatred of wine!

In a world where we’ve made wine so untouchable and scary, I’m lightening things up with my favorite five funny facts about wine. Now that’s a tongue twister! There are thousands of wine facts about wine tasting, red wine, white wine, wine production, and grape varieties. While these are interesting facts, they don’t make me […]