5 Great Resources for Wine Education
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Whether you’re a budding wine enthusiast, a seasoned expert, or just someone curious about your favorite beverage, multiple sources can accompany you on your wine journey. Magazines, books, internet sites, and the Boston Winery website are all great sources of information on pairings, tastings, vineyards, techniques, and so much more. Here are some of our favorites!
Wine Enthusiast Companies: Founded in 1988, the classic Wine Enthusiast magazine is one of the most trusted in the industry. It is an excellent source for almost everything wine-related, including its well-known wine ratings. They offer a podcast, vintage guides and lists, travel information, and articles featuring restaurants. The company will even help you design the wine cellar of your dreams.
Wine Spectator Magazine: This is your source if you’re interested in wine travel. This highly regarded magazine and website can give you info on different wine regions throughout the globe and recommend hotels, tours, and other essential travel information. Wine Spectator Magazine also has respected ratings showing the year’s top wines as far back as a decade.
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Wine Folly: Check out this fun and refreshing online educational resource. It offers online courses on any number of topics, including wine-growing regions in the U.S. and worldwide. If you’re traveling or staying on the couch, download their wine travel guides to explore different areas in more detail, from Napa to New York, to Bordeaux. Their articles are exciting and accessible, making them enjoyable for connoisseurs and those who just like a glass now and then.
The Wine Institute: This is a trade organization representing over 1,000 California wineries and wine-related businesses. It promotes the state’s wineries and tourism in general, as well as advocating for healthy and sustainable growing practices. A section of their website is an excellent source for learning the basics, such as grape varieties and choosing and serving wines. It also serves up beautiful recipes and information on sustainable farming. They also have a calendar of events and offerings to help you plan a wine destination vacation.
We invite you to join us at the Boston Winery and discover more about wine at this hidden gem with a gorgeous view of the Boston Harbor. It’s a perfect venue for exploring the world of wines, having a wedding, and having special corporate events.
