Wine.com has a guide for every part of wine: how to taste, serve and store it, the grapes and regions, food pairing, collecting, gifts and the seasons. This page links to all 288 of them, grouped into 18 topics. New to wine? Start with Wine basics, or jump to a grape, a region, a food pairing or an occasion below.
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1. Wine basics
New to wine? Start with how wine is described, tasted, served and stored, then move on to a grape or region.
Tasting and serving
- How to Taste WineThe look, swirl, smell and sip steps of tasting wine at home, and what to note at each.
- A Guide to Our Wine Tasting SetsHow to taste the classic grapes side by side with Wine.com's tasting sets, with tasting terms explained.
- How to Host a Wine Tasting PartyPick a theme, choose the wines, and plan the glassware, snacks and order of tasting.
- Why Do We Swirl Wine?Swirling releases aroma; the practical reasons behind the habit.
- What Are Wine Legs?What the streaks on the inside of a glass mean, and the myths about them.
- Does the Wine Glass Shape Matter?How glass shape changes the aroma and taste of wine, from a Riedel glass tasting.
- When to Use a DecanterDecant to remove sediment or to aerate a young wine; when each one helps.
- How to Chill Wine FastAn ice-and-water bath chills a bottle in 10 to 15 minutes; four quick methods compared.
- How to Preserve an Open Bottle of WineWays to keep an opened bottle fresh for a few more days.
- 7 Uses for Leftover Red WineSeven ways to use red wine you won't finish, mostly in cooking.
2. Winemaking and organic wine
How wine is made, and what organic, natural and low-alcohol labels mean.
Organic, natural and low-alcohol wine
- What Makes Organic Wine Organic?What "organic" means for grape growing and winemaking, and how it differs from other labels.
- Low-Intervention Wine, ExplainedOrganic, biodynamic and natural wine compared.
- Natural Wine, ExplainedWhat natural wine is, how it tastes and where to start.
- Non-Alcoholic Wine, ExplainedNon-alcoholic wine styles, how they taste and what to pour.
- Low-Sugar, Low-Calorie Wine, ExplainedWhich wine styles are lower in sugar and calories, with bottles to try.
3. Red wine
Guides to red wine styles and price points, from light and smooth to bold and age-worthy.
Red wine styles
- Types of Red WineThe most popular red grapes and styles, how red wine is made, and what each one tastes like.
- What Is Dry Red Wine?Dry red wine has little or no sugar; the main dry red grapes and how they differ.
- Smooth Red Wine, ExplainedSoft-tannin reds such as Merlot, Pinot Noir and Malbec, with bottles to pour first.
- Mild Red Wines for New DrinkersReds with soft tannins and a lighter body, from Pinot Noir to Gamay, with tasting notes.
- Low-Tannin Red Wine GuideWhat tannin is, and the low-tannin reds to try: Pinot Noir, Gamay, Barbera and more.
- Light-Bodied Red Wine GuideSix light, refreshing red grapes with food pairings and serving tips.
- Full-Bodied Red Wine GuideCabernet, Malbec, Syrah and other full-bodied reds for winter meals, at every price.
- The Bold Red Wine GuideBold red styles, the regions they come from and bottles to try.
- Bold Red Wines for Summer BarbecueZinfandel, Cabernet, Syrah, Malbec and Petite Sirah matched to grilled and smoked food.
- Red Wines Under $20Grapes, regions and bottles that deliver the most under $20.
4. Red grapes and Italian reds
Guides to individual red grapes, from Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir to Italy's Nebbiolo and Sangiovese.
Red grapes
- Cabernet Sauvignon vs. MerlotHow the two Bordeaux grapes differ in taste, tannin and food pairing, and which to try first.
- Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir for New DrinkersHow Cabernet and Pinot Noir differ, for new wine drinkers.
- Cabernet Sauvignon vs. BordeauxA single grape versus a blend: how varietal Cabernet and Bordeaux compare at each price point.
- The Napa Valley Cabernet GuideNapa Cabernet by sub-appellation and vintage.
- Reds Beyond California for Cabernet LoversRed wines from outside California for people who like Cabernet.
- The Pinot Noir Guide: Regions and StylesPinot Noir from Burgundy, California and New Zealand, and how the styles differ.
- Pinot Noir Regions, ExplainedPinot Noir styles by region and climate.
- Pinot Noir Under $30Where good Pinot Noir under $30 comes from: California, Oregon, New Zealand and Chile.
- Oregon Pinot Noir vs. BurgundyHow Oregon Pinot Noir and red Burgundy compare.
- Red Wines Similar to MalbecSyrah, Mourvèdre, Primitivo and other reds for Malbec drinkers who want more complexity.
- The Essential Guide to Chilean MalbecMalbec from Chile: styles and bottles to try.
- The Guide to Australian ShirazShiraz is Australia's most planted red grape; Barossa to cool-climate styles by region and price.
- The Zinfandel GrapeZinfandel's history from Croatia to California, and its red and White Zinfandel styles.
- Aging Cabernet Sauvignon, ExplainedHow Cabernet changes with age and how long to cellar it.
5. White wine
Guides to white wine styles and grapes, from crisp and dry to rich and oaked.
6. Rosé and orange wine
How pink and skin-contact white wines are made, and which styles to buy.
- What Is Rosé Wine?Where rosé comes from, the classic styles from Provence and beyond, and how to enjoy it.
- How Is Rosé Made?The three methods: direct press, saignée and short skin contact.
- Rosé: Dry, Sweet and How to ChooseHow to tell dry rosé from sweet and choose between them.
- Dry Rosé Wine, ExplainedDry rosé styles and regions.
- Sweet Rosé Wine, ExplainedSweet rosé styles, pairings and bottles.
- Provence Rosé, ExplainedProvence rosé: place, style and what to buy.
- Italian Rosé Wine, ExplainedItalian rosé by region and style.
- Natural Rosé Wine, ExplainedHow natural rosé is made and how it tastes.
- How to Choose Rosé Under $20Regions and styles that give good rosé under $20.
- Rosé Wine for SummerRosé styles and regions for warm weather.
- Blush Wine, ExplainedWhat "blush" means on a label and how it tastes.
- Dry Rosé Food PairingDishes that go with dry rosé.
- Orange Wine: A Buyer's GuideWhat orange wine is and how to buy it.
- Orange Wine vs. White WineHow orange and white wine differ in production and taste.
7. Sparkling wine and Champagne
Champagne, Prosecco, Cava and other sparkling wines: how they differ, how to read the label and what to buy.
Sparkling wine
- Sparkling Wine GuideWhat sparkling wine is, how it's made, and how Champagne, Prosecco and Cava differ.
- Shop Sparkling WineChampagne, Prosecco, Cava, Crémant and sparkling wine from around the world.
- Sparkling Wine Styles, ExplainedSparkling wine styles and regions.
- Italian Sparkling WinesItaly's six main sparkling wine areas, from Prosecco to Franciacorta.
- Pét-Nat Wine, ExplainedPét-nat styles, regions and bottles to try.
- Sparkling Rosé, ExplainedSparkling rosé styles and regions.
- Mini Champagne and Sparkling Wine BottlesSmall-format bubbly for showers, weddings and other occasions.
- 8 Sparkling Wines for MimosasEight sparkling wines that work better than Champagne in a mimosa.
Champagne
- Shop Champagne: Houses, Growers and VintagesWhere Champagne is made, how it's made and how to read the label, with bottles by style.
- How to Read a Champagne LabelWhat the producer codes, sweetness terms and vintage dates on a Champagne label mean.
- Grower Champagne, ExplainedWhat grower Champagne is and how to spot it on a label.
- Vintage Champagne, ExplainedWhat "vintage" means for Champagne and how it's made.
- Extra Brut Champagne, ExplainedExtra Brut sweetness and style.
- Rosé Champagne, ExplainedRosé Champagne styles and producers.
- Champagne Under $50Champagne styles and producers under $50.
- Champagne Aging, ExplainedHow long Champagne keeps and how to store it.
- The "California Champagne" ControversyWhy some American labels say "Champagne", and why France objects.
8. Dessert and fortified wine
Port, Sherry, Madeira, Sauternes and other sweet and fortified wines.
- The Port Wine GuidePort is a fortified wine from Portugal's Douro Valley; ruby, tawny and vintage styles, serving and 12 bottles.
- Port vs. MadeiraHow Port and Madeira differ in style and flavor.
- How Long Does Port Last After Opening?How long opened Port keeps, by style and storage.
- The Seven Types of SherryFrom bone-dry Fino to sweet Pedro Ximénez: how each Sherry is made and how it tastes.
- Cooking with SherryWhich Sherry styles to cook with, and how.
- Marsala Wine, ExplainedMarsala types, for cooking and for sipping.
- Fortified Dessert Wines, ExplainedFortified dessert wine styles and selections.
- Sauternes, ExplainedNoble rot, top producers and what to buy.
- Ice Wine, ExplainedIce wine styles, serving and what to buy.
- Sweet Wines for Moscato LoversSweet wines to try after Moscato.
- Dessert Wine PairingMatching dessert wine sweetness to pies and cakes.
9. Wine regions
Where wine comes from: guides to countries, regions and the wines they make.
Australia, New Zealand and Israel
- Australian WineAustralia's regions and its modern range of styles beyond big Shiraz.
- New Zealand Pinot NoirWhy New Zealand, best known for Sauvignon Blanc, also makes standout Pinot Noir.
- Israeli WineOne of the oldest wine regions, now one of the fastest developing: history, grapes and facts.
10. Food and wine pairing
Which wine to pour with what you're eating, from steak to sushi.
- Simple Food and Wine Pairing TipsMost wines work with most food; a few simple rules for the best matches.
- Best Wine with SteakWines to pair with different cuts of steak.
- Wine with Ribs and BBQBBQ terms explained, with the wine for brisket, ribs and pulled pork.
- Red Wine and BrisketRed wines that suit brisket.
- 4 Reds for Braised Short RibsFour red wines to serve with braised short ribs.
- Best Wine with SeafoodMatch wine to the weight and texture of the fish, plus the sauce.
- White Wine for OystersWhite wines that suit oysters.
- Best Wine with SushiHow to choose wine for sushi.
- Wine with Fried ChickenWhy sparkling wine is the best match for fried chicken, and other good pairings.
- 6 Wines for Pizza NightSix easy wines for pizza.
- Wine with Thai FoodWines for salty, spicy, sweet and sour Thai dishes.
- Wine with Spicy Mexican FoodWhites, reds and bubbles for spicy Mexican food.
- Blue Cheese and WineWine styles that pair with blue cheese.
- Wine and Chocolate PairingHow to match wine with dark and milk chocolate, artisan bars and chocolate desserts.
- Wines for BrunchHow to choose wine for brunch.
- Pinot Noir Pairing RecipesRecipes from chefs and wineries to serve with Pinot Noir, such as porcini risotto.
- Butternut Squash Pasta with California ChardonnayA fall pasta recipe with roasted squash and garlic, paired with Chardonnay.
11. Collecting, vintages and cellaring
What to age, which vintages to buy, and how to build a collection.
12. Gifts and occasions
Wine gifts by recipient, budget and occasion, plus weddings and corporate gifting.
13. Shop curated lists and top picks
Wine.com's ranked lists, critics' picks and expert shopping lists.
- The Wine.com Top 100 of 2026One hundred wines chosen from thousands and ranked by Wine.com customers.
- Playing Favorites: Our Buyers' Top 100 PicksWine.com's buyers choose their personal favorites from the Top 100.
- James Suckling Top 100 of 2025Wine.com's selections from James Suckling's 2025 Top 100, drawn from more than 45,000 wines tasted.
- Popular and Top-Rated Wine ListsBest-sellers, customer favorites and the Wine.com Top 100.
- The Critics' Wine ListsWines picked from the Wine Spectator Top 100, Robert Parker 90+ and other critics' lists.
- Wine Lists for CollectorsBordeaux futures, classified growths and other age-worthy collectibles.
- Wine Lists by StyleLists for earthy Pinot Noir, creamy Chardonnay and other popular styles.
- Wine for Every OccasionLists by holiday, season and special diet.
- Wine Gift ListsShopping lists of good bottles to give.
- Wines by Actors and TV StarsWines made by actors, from Sarah Jessica Parker to Francis Ford Coppola.
- Wines by Famous MusiciansWines made by musicians such as Dave Matthews, Lenny Kravitz and John Legend.
- Wines by Professional AthletesWines made by athletes and sportscasters, from Drew Bledsoe to Jim Nantz.
14. Seasonal
Wines for each season of the year.
Through the year
- Winter WineFuller, warming wines for short, cold days.
- Spring WineLighter reds, whites and rosé for warmer spring days.
- Summer WineCold, light and refreshing wines, from Sauvignon Blanc up.
- Summer Wine HubSummer whites, reds and rosés by price, with guides for every summer occasion.
- 10 Wines to Beat the HeatTen crisp, high-acid picks, from Sancerre and Chablis to Mosel Riesling and Provence rosé.
- 11 Picks for the PoolsideEleven crisp whites, dry rosés and sparkling wines for the pool.
- Perfect Picnic PairingsTen chillable picnic reds, from Gamay to cru Beaujolais.
- 8 Classics for Summer NightsEight classics, from Champagne to Spanish gran reserva, for summer evenings.
- The Essential Summer Wines GuideWhites, rosés and chillable reds for summer.
- Summer Food and Wine PairingsEasy summer recipes with a wine for each.
- Summer Picks from Our Wine ExpertsWines for camping, hiking, barbecues and the beach.
- The Best Wine to Take CampingFour expert picks and tips for bringing wine outdoors.
- Fall WineTextured, spicy wines for autumn.
- Fall Food and Wine PairingsNo-fail pairings for fall dishes.
- Back to School Wine GuideAn A-to-Z guide to stocking up for the busy back-to-school season.
- 8 Après-Ski WinesEight wines for the lodge after a day on the mountain.
- Ferragosto: Italian Wine for August 15The wines poured at Italy's August 15 holiday, by region.
15. Holidays
Wines for Thanksgiving, the winter holidays, New Year's Eve, game day and Mardi Gras.
Game day, Valentine's Day and Mardi Gras
16. Spirits and cocktails
Guides to whisky, tequila, amaro and vermouth, plus cocktail recipes.
17. Wine events, tastings and classes
Watch past virtual tastings, read winemaker interviews and buy the wines for wine courses.
Winemaker interviews
- Tim Marson MW, Wine.com's Master of WineOur Burgundy and Italy buyer on vintages to buy and value regions under $50.
- Women Winemakers Q&A SeriesInterviews with women winemakers from around the world.
- Gina Hennen, AdelsheimQ&A with Adelsheim's winemaker in Oregon.
- Caroline Latrive, Champagne AyalaQ&A with Ayala's chef de cave.
- Jill Russell, CambriaQ&A with Cambria Estate Winery's winemaker.
- Kate Michaud, Double CanyonQ&A with Double Canyon's winemaker.
- Renée Ary, Duckhorn VineyardsQ&A with Duckhorn's winemaker.
- Theresa Heredia, Gary FarrellQ&A with Gary Farrell's winemaker.
- Amanda Gorter, Charles Woodson's InterceptQ&A with Intercept's winemaker.
- Jennifer Doyle, JanszQ&A with Jansz's winemaker in Tasmania.
- Chrissy Wittman, The Prisoner Wine CompanyQ&A with Prisoner's winemaker.
- Véronique Drouhin, RoserockQ&A with Roserock's winemaker.
- Virginia Willcock, Vasse FelixQ&A with Vasse Felix's winemaker.
- Natalie Christensen, YealandsQ&A with Yealands Wine Group's winemaker.
- Laura Principiano, ZuccardiQ&A with Zuccardi's winemaker.
- Dana Epperson, DecoyDecoy's winemaker on its Brut Cuvée sparkling wine.
- Winery Experiences in Sonoma CountyTastings and tours at Sonoma wineries such as Gary Farrell.
18. Wine.com services and membership
Shipping, membership, pickup, the app and gift cards.
Wine Guide Questions, Answered
Where should I start if I'm new to wine?
Start with The Wine Guide for Beginners, then read how wine is described, tasted, served and stored before moving on to a grape or a region.
How do I choose a wine to go with dinner?
Most wines go with most foods. Our food and wine pairing tips explain three simple ideas: complement the food, contrast it, or pour a wine from where the dish comes from. The pairing guides above cover specific dishes.
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