New vs Neutral vs No Oak: How White Wines Build Texture & Flavor
From Chardonnay to Sauvignon Blanc, here’s how new, neutral, or no oak shapes white wine texture, acidity, and flavor—plus trends from California to Burgundy.
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New vs. Neutral vs. No Oak: How White Wines Find Their Style
New vs. neutral vs. no oak for white wine—what it means in the glass. A quick guide to styles, grapes, and shopping cues, inspired by Dr. Vinny.
Burgundy 2024 Vintage: Whites Shine, Reds for Early Drinking
Steen Öhman (Winehog) on Burgundy’s 2024 vintage: cool, cellar-worthy whites; lighter reds best for restaurants and early drinking. Context, pairings, buy tips.
Burgundy 2024 Vintage: Bright Whites, Light Reds, Smart Drinking
Steen Öhman of Winehog on Burgundy 2024: whites poised and cellar-worthy; reds light, ready for restaurants. What to buy, pair, and expect now.
Burgundy 2024: Whites Impress; Reds for Drinking, Not Cellaring
Winehog’s Steen Öhman says Burgundy 2024 whites impress while reds lean early-drinking. Why it matters, how to buy, and when to cellar—or not.
Skyaasen’s Elegant Aligoté: A Micro-Négociant in Meursault, Burgundy
A first look at Skyaasen, a micro‑négociant in Meursault. Winehog finds the 2024 Aligoté crisp and refined, with Bouzeron balanced. Context and pairings inside.
Best Wines for Lobster: Chardonnay, Chablis, Champagne Guide
Planning lobster night? Pair it right with buttery California Chardonnay, lemony Chablis, crisp Sauvignon Blanc, Rhône whites—and Champagne. Smart red alternatives too.
Best Lobster Wine Pairings: Chardonnay, Champagne, Light Reds
Serving lobster? Pair Chardonnay, Chablis, Sauvignon Blanc, Champagne, or light reds. Dr. Vinny’s advice with context, occasions, and smart pairing directions.
Wine & Design: A NOLA Couple’s Pandemic-Proof Home and Cellar
Inside Tory and Britt McPhail’s NOLA sanctuary: Greek Revival design, a 425-bottle wine pantry, Zoom tastings, and community cookups keeping spirits high.
Inside a Pandemic-Proof New Orleans Home Built for Wine Lovers
Chef Tory McPhail and wine pro Britt McPhail turned their New Orleans home into an Old World–loving oasis with a 425-bottle pantry and a Zoom wine community.