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Uncommon Pairings: Wines That Go Beyond Grapes

I was taught that wine is fermented grape juice, but that’s way too narrow in my opinion! In fact, some of the most exciting things in the wine world are…

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Mar 27, 2024

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Uncommon Pairings: Age Your Wine!

Technically, you can age any wine, but some survive the process better than others!

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Feb 21, 2024

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Uncommon Pairings: Anything in a Wine Glass Tastes Better

I’m trying to drink less, and as a surprise to (probably) absolutely no one, it’s really hard.

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Jan 24, 2024

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Uncommon Pairings: Wines To Drink With Last-Minute Freezer Dinner

Mozzarella sticks are extremely salty, and they require something big to cut through that salt. Enter: Cab Sauv.

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Dec 27, 2023

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Uncommon Pairings: Bubbles Are Forever

There’s way more to sparkling than just Champagne! Let’s delve into the world of sparkling wines.

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Nov 27, 2023

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Uncommon Pairings: How To Drink Vermouth

You can drink it straight, over ice, and/or mixed with a little soda.

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Oct 26, 2023

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Uncommon Pairings: Chilled Red Wines for Early Autumn

Chilled reds are the perfect companion this time of year. They feel like leaves changing and light sweaters and playfully sticking your toes under someone’s butt to warm up.

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Sep 30, 2023

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Uncommon Pairings: What Wine You Should Drink Based on Your Star Sign

Geminis, at their best, are adaptable, playful, and great in group settings — like sparkling wines!

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Aug 23, 2023

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Uncommon Pairings: Natural Wine, Explained

These days, it seems like every small plates wine bar I enter has at least one natural wine on its list, if not a dedicated section of just natural wines.

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Jul 19, 2023

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Uncommon Pairings: So Your Wine Tastes Bad

Here are some things to look for when deciding if your wine has gone bad.

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Jun 28, 2023

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Uncommon Pairings: Labels Can Be Good, Actually

I usually prefer lower-ABV wines during daytime hours or anytime I want something that’s an easy sipper. IMO the higher-ABV stuff works well for candlelit dinners and nighttime flirting, but…

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May 17, 2023

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Uncommon Pairings: Putting Your Tongue To Work

Welcome to Uncommon Pairings, a new Autostraddle column about wine! Today, we’re learning how to taste.

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Apr 19, 2023