6 Unforgettable Wine Tours in Naples, Italy

Two wine bottles size on top of a barrel used for wine making.

The capital of Campania is a culturally rich city with a long history of winemaking. Southern Italian wines are still relatively unknown outside of Italy, so there’s lots to discover via wine tours in Naples, Italy. While you can try local wine at restaurants or wine bars in Naples, a wine tasting and tour through […]

5 Vineyards Near Florence & How to Get There

Person's hand holding a glass of red wine with a vineyard in the background

You might have heard the one thing you must do while visiting Florence is a little wine tasting. And what could be better than enjoying wine right at the source?  You don’t have to go far to find beautiful vineyards near Florence, and most of these family-run wineries are more than happy to welcome visitors […]

Must-Visit Wineries near Paris and How to Get to Them

Vineyards in Paris

Paris used to be surrounded by vineyards and market gardens, but almost all of them were swallowed up by the huge growth of the city in the 19th century. Wineries near Paris aren’t hard to access, though! While a guided trip is always an option, you can access some of the best Paris wineries on […]

What is Txakoli? All About Basque Country’s Iconic Wine

What is txakoli? Come to Elkano, a family-run vineyard in Getaria, and learn all about this fascinating Basque wine.

No drink captures the essence of the Basque Country as perfectly as txakoli does. While it may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Spanish wine, txakoli (pronounced “cha-ko-LEE”) is more than just a drink throughout much of the region. This wine—which has transformed from a humble peasants’ drink […]

How to Navigate an Italian Wine List: 5 Essential Tips

When navigating an Italian wine list, consider how many people will be drinking. A bottle may end up being the best bargain.

From understanding wine culture in Italy to a little cheat sheet with some of our favorite Italian wineries by region, here’s everything you need to know when faced with an Italian wine list! We’ve all been there… you go to a restaurant, you’re handed the wine list, and you have absolutely no clue on which […]

7 Spectacular Madrid Wineries Worth a Visit

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Why just drink D.O. Vinos de Madrid at a bar when you can taste it straight from the source? That’s right—one of the most unique wines you can order in the Spanish capital is produced right here in the region of Madrid! We can’t imagine a better day trip than a visit to a local […]

Top 5 Local Wines to Order in Barcelona

Priorat's bold reds are among the best wines to order in Barcelona!

There is so much more to Spanish wine than just Rioja and Ribera! In fact, the nation is home to more than 70 different recognized wine regions, 11 of which are in Catalonia! That means that all around Barcelona, exciting things are happening in the world of wine. You may be surprised to learn that […]

The Ultimate Wine Lover’s Guide to Barcelona

One unique experience in our wine lover's guide to Barcelona: drinking from the porrón!

The classy Catalan capital is the perfect place to enjoy wine. Whether it’s a crisp glass of cava, a refreshing vermouth or anything in between, there are so many ways to experience wine! Our wine lover’s guide to Barcelona will show you where to drink wine, where to buy wine, where to learn about how […]