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Tips for Developing Your Palate for Wine

There is a real difference between drinking wine and tasting wine. Like anything, wine tasting is a skill that can be honed and improved. And who wouldn't want to put the hours in when it comes to a hobby as delicious as wine? Read on to discover…
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Foods to Pair with Sol De Luz 2017 Syrah (Bite Me)

Syrah, also known as Shiraz (depending on where its produced), is the offspring of two ancient varietals. This dark-skinned grape variety is grown worldwide, including Temecula Valley, Southern California's wine country. This region offers excellent…
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Why You Should Hold a Wine Glass by the Stem

Sometimes it seems like there are just too many things to think about when drinking wine. Societal pressure is there, looking over our shoulders. Are we doing things right? Often, there is no right or wrong way to enjoy your wine so long as…
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Foods to Pair with Sweet Oaks 2020 Pinot Grigio

Whether you're an avid wine drinker or someone who loves to host dinner parties, you're probably familiar with Pinot Grigio.  Although Chardonnay is the most popular white wine variety in the United States, Pinot Grigio is also incredibly…
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5 California Wine Grapes to Know

Sure, France, Italy, and Spain are known for their wine. However, the United States is also one of the top-producing wine regions globally, thanks to California.  As of 2021, California makes 81% of all U.S. wine and is now the fourth leading…
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How To Host a Wine Tasting at Home

Wine is a concept that many people don’t understand well. Wine isn’t just something you drink; it’s sensory immersion. The color, texture, and aroma of the wine are just as vital as the taste. A wine tasting at home introduces you and…
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How to Plan for a Vineyard Wedding

There are few things as enchanting as a vineyard wedding.  Over the past couple of decades, winery weddings have transformed from rare to common. After all, the backdrops are most certainly Instagram-worthy. Ceremonies hosted in a religious…
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Chez Boujie 2019 (Crème De La Crème) - Tasting Notes and Pairings #2

If your plans for the weekend include sipping on a refreshing glass of Chardonnay, Sweet Oaks has a lightly oaked option for you — Chez Boujie 2019 Crème De La Crème. This California Chardonnay is made from green-skinned grapes grown in…
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2017 Chardonnay - Tasting Notes and Pairings

Chardonnay is one of the most well-known grapes used to make white wine. It's also incredibly versatile and can be gently aged. This means it is a flexible wine when it comes to food pairings, making Sweet Oaks 2017 Chardonnay the perfect bottle…
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Tips on Pairing Wine with Dessert

If you’re trying to figure out whether you should have another glass of wine after dinner or indulge in dessert, we have good news for you: you can do both! There’s no need to decide between wine and dessert because no matter what kind of…