Skip to main content

Ask a Somm

Eater Archives
For Natural Wine Lovers, Piquette Is the Perfect Bottle of BubblyFor Natural Wine Lovers, Piquette Is the Perfect Bottle of Bubbly
Eater Archives

The fizzy, low ABV, affordable bottles can be enjoyed at the beach, in a restaurant, and during a cookout

By Patty Diez
Eater Archives
You Already Love the Spritz, So Embrace the Wine CoolerYou Already Love the Spritz, So Embrace the Wine Cooler
Eater Archives

Wine coolers, spritzers, and other wine cocktail intel from Air’s Champagne Parlor owner, Ariel Arce

By Patty Diez
Eater Archives
You Should Absolutely Chill Your Red WinesYou Should Absolutely Chill Your Red Wines
Eater Archives

Cooler temperatures can have a dramatic impact on the flavor profile and overall enjoyment of your wine

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Is It Okay to Refrigerate Wine After Opening It?Is It Okay to Refrigerate Wine After Opening It?
Eater Archives

The answer isn’t a simple “yes” or “no”

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: What Kind of Wine Pairs With Indian Food?Ask a Somm: What Kind of Wine Pairs With Indian Food?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: Which Wines Have the Most Umami?Ask a Somm: Which Wines Have the Most Umami?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
What Kind of Wine Pairs With Lobster Rolls?What Kind of Wine Pairs With Lobster Rolls?
Eater Archives

For a rich, buttery seafood dish, think white wine — particularly from Burgundy

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: What Are Oxidative Wines?Ask a Somm: What Are Oxidative Wines?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
What’s the Best Wine to Drink With Smoky Foods?What’s the Best Wine to Drink With Smoky Foods?
Eater Archives

The best wine recs for when you’re downing peppery, saucy, or charred summer meals

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: Which Wine Labels Will be the Next Big Thing?Ask a Somm: Which Wine Labels Will be the Next Big Thing?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Ask a Somm: How Do I Know if a Wine Is Corked?
Eater Archives

Your toughest wine questions, answered

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: Which Country Is Offering the Best Value Wines?Ask a Somm: Which Country Is Offering the Best Value Wines?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: If Rosé Runs Out, What Should I Drink This Summer?Ask a Somm: If Rosé Runs Out, What Should I Drink This Summer?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
How to Store Wine at Home to Maximize a Bottle’s PotentialHow to Store Wine at Home to Maximize a Bottle’s Potential
Eater Archives

There are many factors to consider, from the cork to temperature

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: What Is a Meritage Wine?Ask a Somm: What Is a Meritage Wine?
Eater Archives

Liberty Public Market’s Tami Wong explains the history of this classic blend, plus four bottles to try now

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
What Kind of Wine Pairs With Spicy Food?What Kind of Wine Pairs With Spicy Food?
Eater Archives

Hint: Grab a pét-nat!

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: Where Can I Find Great Rosé Outside France?Ask a Somm: Where Can I Find Great Rosé Outside France?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: What Is the Difference Between Shiraz and Syrah?Ask a Somm: What Is the Difference Between Shiraz and Syrah?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: How Can I Find Great Natural Wine From the Loire Valley?Ask a Somm: How Can I Find Great Natural Wine From the Loire Valley?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: What Kind of Wine Pairs With Spring Veggies?Ask a Somm: What Kind of Wine Pairs With Spring Veggies?
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: What Kind of Wine Pairs Well With Easter Brunch?Ask a Somm: What Kind of Wine Pairs Well With Easter Brunch?
Eater Archives

It’s the unofficial start of rosé season

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
Ask a Somm: What to Drink With St. Patrick’s Day DishesAsk a Somm: What to Drink With St. Patrick’s Day Dishes
Eater Archives

Welcome to Ask a Somm, a column in which experts from across the country answer questions about wine.

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
What Does It Mean to Decant Wine and When Should You Do It?What Does It Mean to Decant Wine and When Should You Do It?
Eater Archives

Decanting is more than just pouring wine into a fancy vessel

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
The 4 Best Bottles for Making Mulled Wine at HomeThe 4 Best Bottles for Making Mulled Wine at Home
Eater Archives

Look out for wines with high alcohol, lots of fruit, and relatively high tannins

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
White Wine and Rosé Are Great. But What Kind of Red Wine Should I Drink This Summer?White Wine and Rosé Are Great. But What Kind of Red Wine Should I Drink This Summer?
Eater Archives

Maybe some that pair with barbecue

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
How Do You Age Wine At Home? Here Are Three Rules to Follow.How Do You Age Wine At Home? Here Are Three Rules to Follow.
Eater Archives

Plus, which wines age and which do not

By Kat Odell
Eater Archives
What’s the Best Temperature to Serve White and Red Wines?What’s the Best Temperature to Serve White and Red Wines?
Eater Archives

Wines should be cooler than you might expect — but go too cold and you may impact the taste

By Kat Odell