How To Pair Champagne with Food – Crush On This Episode 117

Champagne is a wine of celebration. It is often saved for special occasions. But Champagne is not just for toasting at special events, holidays, and...

22 December, 2022

Like Cabernet Sauvignon? Then Try These Alternatives! – Crush On This Episode 116

Cabernet Sauvignon is one of the world’s most recognized red wine grape varieties. The classic profile of Cabernet Sauvignon tends to be full bodied with...

08 December, 2022

Mad for Malbec? Then Try These Alternatives! – Crush On This Episode 115

Gaining international popularity, Malbec wines are often consumer friendly in price and flavor profile.  Malbec wines are lush and round with flavors of plum, vanilla...

24 November, 2022

Like Pinot Noir? Then Try These Alternatives! – Crush On This Episode 114

Pinot Noir is one of the world’s most popular red wines. Loved for its red fruit, flower, and spice aromas, it is a common choice...

10 November, 2022

Like Merlot? Then Try These Alternatives! – Crush On This Episode 113

One of the world’s most popular wines, Merlot is known for its soft, sensual texture and approachable style. If you are a fan of ripe,...

27 October, 2022

Cheap and Cheerful Wines for Fall – Crush On This Episode 112

It’s getting cool outside and that means fall is in the air. Now we want to pour something in the glass that will warm us...

13 October, 2022

Like Riesling? Then Try These Alternatives! – Crush On This Episode 111

Brightness. Acidity. Aromatics. Versatility.  These are descriptors for Riesling, one of the most famous white grapes in the world. When I ask friends what they...

29 September, 2022

Like Pinot Grigio? Then Try These Alternatives! – Crush On This Episode 110

Pinot Grigio has taken the general wine world by storm. Light and delicately flavored, Pinot Grigio has become an absolute crowd favorite. Flavors of Pinot Grigio...

15 September, 2022

Like Chardonnay? Then Try These Alternatives! – Crush On This Episode 109

One of the world’s most popular wines, Chardonnay, is a blank canvas for winemakers to work with. The varied winemaking choices result in mineral-driven, crisp,...

01 September, 2022