Isn’t Wine Grand… Pouring into Wine Spectator Grand Tour Wine Tasting
There are wine tastings and then there are wine spectaculars. Why the Wine Spectator Grand Tour is one not to miss and tasting strategies to enhance your experience.
Author: Simone FM Spinner
Simone FM Spinner is a top-rated university wine lecturer and certified sommelier with thirteen advanced wine certifications, a bachelor’s and master’s degree in wine studies, and is pursuing her doctorate studying the socioeconomic and cultural effects of climate change on wine. She is a sought-after wine consultant, public speaker, and published author. She organizes wine events and international wine tours through her company Wine Rocks & Chasing Grapes™©. Her website is WineRocksLLC.com
Exploring The Towns of Napa Valley
Each of the towns of Napa Valley have their own story, wines and unique experiences. Sip them in here.
What is New in Luxury Spa Treatments? (HINT: Wine.)
Vinothérapy: Restorative and relaxing wine-infused soaks, scrubs and sips. Top wine spas and products to create an at home vinothérapy experience.
Lambrusco Wine – What to Know & What to Sip
Wine 101: Guide to Lambrusco wines, the region, Lambrusco food pairings, and recommended Lambrusco bottles to try.
The Hottest Pairing: Wine Country + Hot Springs
When planning your grape escape, consider pairing your sips with soaks at natural hot springs in these United States wine regions.
Leisure with a Purpose. Agritourism: Vineyard & Farm Experiences
Whether it’s working a wine harvest, rustling cattle in the Rockies, or deep-sea fishing in Alaska, every state in the US offers agritourism opportunities.
International Wine Destinations You Need to Visit Now… According to Somms
Who better to ask about the coolest places and best sipping spots than professional wine sommeliers?
How to Sip in Bloomington & the Indiana Upland Wine Trail in 3 Days
To get your Indiana sip trip started here’s a 3-day wine tasting itinerary that pours into wineries near Bloomington and on the Indiana Upland Wine Trail.
DESTINATION: Indiana Wine Trails
The best way to immerse yourself into Indiana’s wine scene is to focus on the regions around one of the state’s major cities and its wine trails.
Sipping Through 7 Illinois Wine Trails
Illinois wine country has 7 wine trails making wine country exploration convenient. The trick is to select the best wine trail for your interests.
Exploring Illinois Wineries From the City to the Countryside
When it comes to visiting Illinois wineries, the first step is to decide if you want a city or country experience. We have both laid out for you.
3 Day Itinerary for Discovering Rhode Island Wineries
With 15 wineries in Rhode Island, sipping them all in is very do-able. Follow our three day itinerary to discover all the Rhode Island wine country has to uncork.
Discover Rhode Island Wineries
With 15 wineries in Rhode Island sipping them all in very achievable. To help with your sip trip we’ve mapped out Rhode Island wineries to discover.
Sipping in the Rhode Island Wine Region From Country to City to Coast
Choose your own adventure for sipping in the Rhode Island wine country. Where to Sip, Stay & Things to Do in Rhode Island Wine Country.
U.S. Wine Regions Somms are Excited to Sip
Vacations are meant to be refreshing, why not make them delicious too? Top wine regions in the United State and where to sip according to Somms.
Uncorking the Top Wineries in Indiana
With more 100 wineries in Indiana, we’ve tried to help narrow down some of the top sips in the state so you can find your perfect pairing.
Wine 101: Pét Nat and Piquette Wines Explained
Just what is Pét Nat wine and Piquette wine and what are some other no or low alcohol wines to sip?
Wine 101: Wine Tasting Room Etiquette
Visiting wine tasting rooms has a lot of perks…and some rules. We’ve laid out a few wine tasting etiquette rules to keep in mind for your next sip trip.
Master Wine Sommeliers Share their Favorite Wine Cocktails
What are some of the favorite wine cocktails Masters of Wine and Sommeliers are sipping this summer? Get the recipes…
3 Wine Trails, 34 Wineries, 1 Wine Train + East Tennessee = A Lot to Uncork
Three wine trails, 34 wineries, 1 wine train. The East Tennessee wine region has a lot to uncork.
Whisky & Wine. Sipping in the Middle Tennessee Wine Region
Tennessee’s wine regions are divided into 3 Grand Divisions. One grand area is Middle Tennessee, aka a grape escape to 33 Tennessee wineries.
Time to Uncork West Tennessee Wineries
The Tennessee wine regions are divided into 3 districts called Grand Divisions. One grand area is West Tennessee, home to 8 wineries = a grape escape.
The best wineries in Georgia to uncork
Today there are two official AVAs and 57 wineries in Georgia and more popping up each year. There is a lot to sip in this budding wine country. But where to start?
Where to Sip & Stay in Georgia Wine Country
With 2 AVAs and 57 wineries there is a lot to sip in Georgia. But where to start? We’ve curated the best wineries in Georgia based on wine and experiences.
Sipping in the NoLo Movement
Low alcohol and non alcoholic wines, beers and spirits are booming in popularity. Here are a few favs to pour into.
Forget Spritzers & Sangria. Sip in these 16 Incredible Wine Cocktails
We find both wine and cocktails at the center of so many of our festivities. Why not pair the two? Recipes for 16 delicious wine cocktails. 16 luscious and rich wine cocktails recipes perfect for any occasion.
Featured Willcox Winery: Aridus Wine Company
Aridus Wine Company is one of our featured Willcox wineries to sip in. They are producing cutting edge wines in Arizona.
Shopping for Wine Online
We’ve broken out a few of our favorite online wine shopping resources to help you pick your pairing.
How to Understand a Canadian Wine Label
It’s easy to crack the code on Canadian wine labels. Here we break down the label and explain the the wine regualtions that go along with it.
Things to do in Vancouver and Victoria
As part of the Carpe Travel BC Wine Country Travel Guide, we have included 10 seriously fun things to do in Vancouver and Victoria that go beyond the vine.
The Grapes and Wines of British Columbia
What grapes are grown in British Columbia and what are the top wines coming out of the BC wine country?
Where to Eat in Okanagan Valley
Like a family style meal, Carpe Travel wants to share all our recommendations on the best restaurants in Okanagan Valley.
Where to Eat in Vancouver and Victoria, BC
Like a family style meal, Carpe Travel wants to share all our recommendations on the best restaurants in Vancouver AND Victoria BC.
One of the best places to eat in Vancouver, Water Street Café
Carpe Travel did a lot of seeking to discover the best restaurants in Vancouver. One of the best – Water Street Cafe. Get the full review here.
Where to Stay in BC Wine Country
No matter your style, perfect accommodations can be found all over British Columbia. Carpe Travel has paired the best of where to stay in BC wine country here.
Things to do in Okanagan Valley
There are so many seriously fun things to do in Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. Better yet, most are outside. We have it all here.
How to Taste Wine Like a Pro
Ever wondered how professional sommeliers taste wine? Click over to learn how to taste wine like a pro and sip in the enjoyment along the way.
WINE 101: What is Ice Wine (Eiswein)?
What is Ice Wine? How is it made? How should you sip it and what pairs well with it? All this and more in our guide to understanding Ice Wine.
Understanding a Champagne Label
To help decode your next Champagne label we’ve pulled together a list of Champagne labeling terms to help you sip in your wine education.
What’s the difference between Prosecco and Champagne?
Prosecco vs Champagne? Aren’t they the same? Not at all. We’ve broken down the difference between Prosecco and Champagne for you in our Wine 101 series.
Best Restaurants in Asheville (North Carolina Wine Country!)
North Carolina isn’t just BBQ . Asheville, NC was dubbed the 2020 Top Food Town in the US. See Carpe Travel’s list of the best restaurants in Asheville, aka Foodtopia!
Guide to Sipping North Carolina’s Wine Trails
Your quick guide to sipping in seven dedicated North Carolina Wine Trails, all designed to explore NC wine country.
Introduction to the North Carolina Wine Regions
The state of North Caroline is divided into three wine regions consisting of 200+ wineries and six designated AVAs. By Simone FM Spinner, Contributing Writer North Carolina has always been an agriculture haven, when it comes to viticulture, it continues to grow. The most recent AVA in North Carolina – Crest of the Blue Ridge…
Where is America’s Most Visited Winery? (North Carolina!?!)
It’s true. The most visited winery in America is in North Carolina. The Biltmore Winery hosts a million+ guests per year! Why? Carpe Travel tells all.
Want to Learn About Wine?
Carpe Travel brings you the best ways to learn about wine. Find out which wine education path is the right fit for you here!
Summer Seafood Wine Pairing Twist
What wine pairs best with a lobster roll? This recipe takes a little Spanish twist with your traditional lobster roll and wine pairing.
Breaking down your eco-friendly wine options
Wine is complicated enough, add in trying to sip Eco-friendly wines?!? We’ve broken down how to find/identify Organic, Biodynamic, Sustainable and Vegan wine.
Isn’t all Wine Natural?
The term “Natural Wine” is ambiguous and different groups have varying definitions. We break it down and share tips on how to find ones worth sipping.
Eco-Friendly Wines to Celebrate Everything Green
Want to sip more sustainable wines, Carpe Travel has listed some of the best organic, biodynamic, vegan or sustainable wines available today. Cheers to raising an Eco-friendly glass!
Pouring into the Slow Wine Movement to Sip in a Greener Glass
What is the Slow Wine movement? How can you support it along with wineries that are working towards a sustainable future? The Slow Wine guide book.