When I was a child, winter didn’t officially start with cold weather. It started with Feuerzangenbowle. My parents had a circle of friends who treated it less like a drink and more like a ceremony. We children were never part of the main table. We were the little observers. And honestly, that made it even […]
As winter rolls in and the chill settles over everything, there’s nothing like a glass of wine to wrap you up in a cozy embrace. I’ve spent many a frosty evening curled up with a warm blanket and a delicious bottle of wine that not only tasted amazing but also made the cold days feel […]
The ice wine harvest is the thrill and chill of winter. Right now, in certain vineyards around the world, the wait for freezing temperatures is reaching its climax. Therefore, winemakers are huddled together, checking weather forecasts, and hoping the mercury drops low enough. The harvest is on its way, and the excitement is palpable. 1. […]
Nothing says adventure like setting up a wine picnic right in the snow! A little crazy, maybe, but that’s what makes it fun. With the right preparations, a snowy backdrop, and a spread of cozy, wine-friendly treats, your winter wine picnic will feel like a magical experience. Here’s how to make your snowy wine adventure […]
Science of Mulled Wine – there’s something magical about that first sip of mulled wine. The heat, the spices, the way it warms you from the inside out on a cold evening. It’s a winter tradition that goes way back, but have you ever stopped to think about how all that flavor comes together? Sure, […]
It wasn’t at a bustling Christmas market, like you might expect. No, my first experience with mulled wine happened in a much quieter, more peaceful place—by the Grunewald Tower near the Havel River. If you’ve never been there, let me paint the picture. The tower sits is surrounded by a stunning forest just by the […]