Learning about wine can be an exciting but challenging journey. With thousands of wine varieties, regions, and winemaking techniques to discover, it&#39;s no wonder that many beginners feel overwhelmed (as do we) when starting their wine education. However, numerous resources are available to help people build their wine knowledge, and wine magazines are among the best tools for aspiring oenophiles (wine geeks).

Wine magazines offer a wealth of information that can guide and educate readers about the vast world of wine. Whether you are a beginner looking to dip your toe into the wine industry or a seasoned connoisseur seeking to expand your expertise, there is a magazine out there to suit your needs. Let&#39;s take a closer look at some of the top wine magazines and what they offer.

<a href="https://www.winespectator.com/">Wine Spectator</a> is a highly respected publication that has been at the forefront of the wine industry since its inception in 1976. This magazine aims to educate and entertain readers by covering wine regions, winemakers, and tasting notes. Wine Spectator is known for its in-depth articles, comprehensive wine ratings, and exclusive interviews with industry experts. While Wine Spectator can be enjoyed by wine enthusiasts of all levels, its content is especially appreciated by intermediate to advanced wine lovers looking for detailed insights and wine recommendations.

If you&#39;re just getting started in the world of wine, <a href="https://www.wineenthusiast.com/">Wine Enthusiast</a> is an excellent resource to begin your journey. This magazine caters to beginners and covers a wide range of topics, including wine basics, varietal profiles, and wine and food pairing suggestions. Wine Enthusiast also offers comprehensive buying guides, tasting notes, and expert reviews to help readers navigate their wine choices. With its approachable content and focus on education, Wine Enthusiast is a great magazine for beginners seeking to build a solid foundation in wine knowledge.

For those with a more adventurous palate and a desire to explore the global wine scene, <a href="https://www.decanter.com/">Decanter</a> is a must-read and our favorite periodical. This UK-based magazine provides a global perspective on wine, highlighting various wine regions, producers, and styles from around the world. Decanter offers in-depth features, wine travel guides, and expert opinions on emerging trends in the industry. With its emphasis on international wines and insider knowledge, Decanter appeals to wine enthusiasts who are looking to broaden their horizons and discover new and exciting wines.

If you&#39;re looking for a wine magazine that breaks away from traditional norms while still providing valuable content, <a href="https://noblerot.co.uk/shop/magazine">Noble Rot</a> is a fascinating choice. Noble Rot takes a more unconventional and playful approach, focusing not only on wine but also on the intersection of wine and culture. This magazine combines wine with art, music, and literature, resulting in a unique and entertaining reading experience. In addition to articles on wine regions and producers, Noble Rot features interviews with influential figures in the wine and culinary world, as well as thought-provoking essays that delve into the cultural significance of wine. With its creative and unconventional approach, Noble Rot appeals to wine lovers who appreciate a more eclectic and multidimensional perspective on wine.

No matter which wine magazine you choose, the key is to find a publication that aligns with your interests and level of wine knowledge. Explore different magazines and see which ones resonate with you the most. Remember, building wine knowledge is a journey, and these magazines are excellent resources to guide you along the way. Cheers to your wine education! Learning about wine can be a challenging but rewarding endeavor. Wine magazines such as Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Decanter, and Noble Rot offer valuable content and resources to help individuals build their wine knowledge. From comprehensive wine ratings and in-depth articles to beginner-friendly guides and unconventional perspectives, these magazines cater to wine enthusiasts of various levels and interests. So, whether you&#39;re just starting your wine journey or seeking to expand your expertise, these magazines are readily available to provide you with the information and inspiration you need to explore and appreciate the wonderful world of wine.

Learning about wine can be an exciting but challenging journey. With thousands of wine varieties, regions, and winemaking techniques to discover, it's no wonder that many beginners feel overwhelmed (as do we) when starting their wine education. However, numerous resources are available to help people build their wine knowledge, and wine magazines are among the best tools for aspiring oenophiles (wine geeks).

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 Omakase, a term that translates to "I'll leave it up to you" in Japanese, is rapidly gaining popularity in the culinary world. This dining experience places your meal entirely in the hands of the chef, who meticulously crafts each course based on seasonal ingredients and their personal creative flair. It's not just about seafood; while sushi often features prominently due to its status as a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, an omakase menu can include anything from Wagyu beef to seasonal vegetables.

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California Chardonnay: it's a name synonymous with sunshine, buttery richness, and maybe even a splash of white wine envy (looking at you, Bridget Jones). But how did this grape, originally hailing from France, become a Californian icon? Buckle up, because we're diving into the world of CA Chard, from its unexpected origins to the reasons it continues to reign supreme on wine lists.

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As the days grow longer and warmer, it's time to trade in your full-bodied reds and crisp whites for a glass of refreshing rosé. This versatile wine is not only perfect for spring but also pairs beautifully with a wide variety of foods all year round.



Rosé originates from France, specifically Provence - the world’s leading rosé region. It has been produced there since 600 BC when Greeks brought vines to southern France. Unlike its red and white counterparts, rosés are made using an array of grape varietals including Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault among others.

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For Chardonnay lovers seeking a refreshing, value-driven alternative, Aligoté, Burgundy's "other" white grape, beckons with its crisp acidity, subtle minerality, and undeniable charm. Often overshadowed by its more illustrious neighbor, Aligoté is finally gaining recognition for its unique qualities and exceptional quality-to-price ratio.

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A Hungarian Legacy: Imagine yourself in Tokaj, Hungary, a region steeped in winemaking tradition. For centuries, Furmint has thrived in its volcanic soil, basking in the warm sunshine. These grapes, loved for their thick skin and high acidity, became the cornerstone of Hungary's most famous wine: Tokaji. These sweet, honeyed treasures were once enjoyed by royalty and popes!

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Check out these four whites wines under $24, from some great producers across various terroirs – France, Italy, Spain. Spring is in the air.

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Eric Asimov's recent article isn't just about the "luxury" of sommeliers vanishing from restaurants. It's a stark warning about the potential collapse of a vibrant corner of our social and cultural ecosystem: the world of wine.

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Osteria Delbianco

Maria Valetta, certified sommelier and wine educator, and Robert Tas explore the wine list at Osteria Delbianco. 

Wine Review of Osteria Delbianco, 

Maria Valetta

Osteria Delbianco NYC

RT: Hello and welcome back to CorkRules! The wine podcast that&rsquo;s here to help YOU navigate all your FAVORITE restaurant wine lists!

I&rsquo;m, Robert Tas along with Maria Valetta, Certified Sommelier and Wine educator also known as Maria the Wine Blonde

Hello Maria

MV: Buongiorno Robert I love a good Osteria&hellip;

RT: Yes me too Maria&hellip; and today we are reviewing the wine list from the midtown Manhattan gem, Osteria Delbianco.&nbsp; Chef Diego Bigucci honed his culinary passion in his homeland of Italy specifically in the region he was born, Emilia-Romagna, which is often referred to as the FOOD capital of Italy. His love of cooking all things flavorful, came from the influence of his Nonna, Maria Delbianco so it makes perfect sense that when he opened his own restaurant in NY in 2020, he named it after his grandmother. You will find traditional refined northern Italian fare featuring his family&rsquo;s time-tested recipes at this warm and inviting, elegant upscale eatery.&nbsp;

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RT: Maria tell us what you think of Osteria Delbianco&rsquo;s wine list.

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MV:&nbsp; I think it&rsquo;s a fairly easy wine list to navigate. There&rsquo;s new world California and old-world selections from Italy which makes sense given the menu&hellip; eeeehhh lacking in selections of other regions but I do love that there are lots of options in the $50-$60 dollar range

RT: That&rsquo;s a really great price point to be in &hellip;So would you start us with an old world or new world wine Maria:

MV: well, I don&rsquo;t have a by-the-glass list here to choose from (That&rsquo;s why we all need some CorkRules in our life so we can find all of the wine options online)

RT: Comment and throw.. (so true. Good plug maria!&nbsp; Lol)

MV: Given that, I would start out with the old world, something a little lighter like one of the pinot grigios listed&hellip; not all PG is equally interesting. in fact some can taste like watered-down wine&hellip; but here they have a producer that I just love: The JERMANN (yher Mahn) Pinot Grigio $65, This is from the Friuli region of Italy, up in the northeast corner it has a lot more flavor than probably any pinot grigio you have EVER tasted. a rounded palate with ripe orchard fruit, pears and peaches, and a little honeydew and a tangy bright finish. a lovely compliment to the fritto misto or the Prosciutto di parma and Burrata. Fun fact the famous salty-sweet aged ham Proscuitto di parma hails from Chef Diego&rsquo;s hometown region of Emilia-Romagna.

RT: That&rsquo;s great what vintage is that?

MV: actually, Robert they don&rsquo;t have the vintages for white wines only the reds. often that is because they change so quickly&hellip;

RT: That&rsquo;s unusual. maybe it&rsquo;s just the online version?

MV: you live close by you&rsquo;ll just have to make a night of it for dinner and let us know!

RT: I can do that&hellip;challenge accepted! Haha! So As you peruse the wine list anything else that is a must-try? Something fun? Or funky?

MV: a fun wine that&rsquo;s different and worth checking out is this reasonably priced Sella e Mosca Cannonau Rsv , a wine from the island of Sardinia, here they call the grenache grape cannonau.&nbsp; it&rsquo;s a fresh lighter bodied ruby red that&rsquo;s really delicious. Cherries and plums, medium tannins, salted herbs and earthy notes surrounded by spices, I even like this wine with a little chill on it so don&rsquo;t be afraid to ask them to cool it down a notch&hellip;try it with the cured meat plate, or the mushroom risotto. I love risotto!

RT: me too .&nbsp; so that wine is a good value. as I see it&rsquo;s under $60 any other tips for us for value wines to try?

MV: Yes here&rsquo;s another option under the $60 mark: The Tommasi Ripasso Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2015 $58 Ripasso in Italian literally means &ldquo;repassed&rdquo; and that describes the winemaking process here perfectly. This wine develops its rich concentrated flavors and softer profile by going through a second fermentation on the warm grape skins used to make their Amarone. Therefore, we will often refer to a Ripasso Valpolicella Classico as a &ldquo;baby Amarone&rdquo; because you get a lot of the complexity and depth with a tad less alcohol and a much better everyday drinking price point than an Amarone, Try it with one of Strozzapreti sausage and mushroom pasta plate which should bring out the bing cherry, candied dried figs and leathery flavors.&nbsp;

RT: You know where we are heading next. we want to get to entrees and are ready for something special to go with them, what do you suggest Maria?

Tommasi &quot;Ripasso&quot; is the unique result of refermenting Valpolicella Classico Superiore on the warm grape skins from which Amarone has been fermented. This process, used only in rare vintage years, imparts the richness of character and personality of a great wine to an already superior wine.

MV: There&rsquo;s a really intriguing wine worth seeking out and spending a little extra money on. the Tenuta San Leonardo San Leonardo 2014. This is a family-run estate in the Trentino-Alto Adige region in Italy ALL the way up north, protected by the Alps. Their winemaking is Steeped in tradition and this is their flagship wine, a Bordeaux blend, 60% Cab Sauv, 30% Carmenere &amp; 10% merlot. This wine has layers of wild berries, mountain-top herbs, vanilla-coated cassis, and green pepper. (most likely that last note from the Carmenere grape) This bottle is for the wine drinker that likes to THOUGHTFULLY drink their wine. it is incredibly complex and there&rsquo;s so much to discover in the glass.

RT: Is there a new world option you like worth spending the money on?

MV: I would steer you to the Groth Cabernet Sauvignon 2016. I love the Groth estate wines. Groth is based in napa valley in the Oakville AVA they always get rave reviews, everyone is going to love this wine it is a real palate-pleaser. Think ripe mulberry fruit, blackberries and juicy plums plus those integrated oak tannins that give it standout structure, you are going to love this wine! Try it with the spicy roasted chicken entr&eacute;e or the roasted Porchetta (the pork chop).

RT: That&rsquo;s a great wine and food pairing for our listeners to try as we wrap up today&rsquo;s episode. Maria, thank you for ALL of your helpful wine information and suggestions from Osteria Delbianco&rsquo;s wine list. You can find Maria on instagram @Mariathewineblonde.

Thank you EVERYONE for joining us on CorkRules, Remember the only rule in wine is &ldquo;drink what you LOVE&rdquo;.

MV: Have a favorite wine List? Let us review it here, send us your requests at <a href="mailto:info@corkrules.com">info@CorkRules.com</a> and be sure to Check out all of our episodes on CorkRules.com; Please drink responsibly.

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