Learn about wine

At TradingGrapes, we believe wine should be easy to understand, enjoyable to explore, and simple to share. Our Learn About Wine hub is packed with guides on everything from iconic producers and investment-grade bottles to practical tips on storage, cellaring, and drink windows. Whether you’re just starting out or expanding a serious collection, this is your place to learn about wine—with blogs, videos, and even Spotify episodes to take on the go.

If there’s a region, style, or producer you’d like us to cover, just let us know—we’re always expanding our content based on what our community wants to learn 👇

Learn about wine

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Why age Riesling? How to tell when it’s ready to drink
Why age Riesling? How to tell when it’s ready to drink
January 6, 2026
Riesling is one of the most misunderstood yet age-worthy white wines in the world, capable of evolving gracefully for decades. Driven by high acidity, low pH, and expressive aromatics, it transforms from fresh citrus and floral notes into layered flavours of honey, petrol, and dried fruit over time. This guide explains why Riesling rewards patience, which styles and regions age best, and how to tell when a bottle has reached its ideal drinking window.
Why You Should Ditch Champagne Flutes 🥂
Why You Should Ditch Champagne Flutes 🥂
December 31, 2025
Champagne flutes may look refined, but they do little to showcase what’s actually in the glass. By restricting surface area, flutes trap bubbles while muting aroma, texture, and complexity - especially in quality sparkling wines. This guide explains why tulip and white wine glasses are preferred by professionals, how glass shape affects flavour, and why switching vessels is the simplest way to dramatically improve your Champagne experience.
Vintage vs Non-Vintage Champagne: What’s the difference? 🍾
Vintage vs Non-Vintage Champagne: What’s the difference? 🍾
December 28, 2025
Vintage and non-vintage Champagne may look similar on the shelf, but they’re designed for very different purposes. While non-vintage blends prioritise consistency and immediate enjoyment through the use of reserve wines, vintage Champagne captures the character of a single exceptional year and rewards time in the cellar. This guide explains how each style is made, how they age, and how to choose the right bottle - whether you’re opening tonight or planning ahead.
Veuve Ambal: The Crémant Producer You Should Know (Especially If You Love Champagne)
Veuve Ambal: The Crémant Producer You Should Know (Especially If You Love Champagne)
December 23, 2025
Veuve Ambal is Burgundy’s most recognisable Crémant producer, crafting traditional-method sparkling wines that rival Champagne in style but not in price. Made from classic varieties like Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, Crémant de Bourgogne offers familiar citrus, brioche, and fine mousse - without the prestige-driven premium. This guide explores who Veuve Ambal is, why Crémant delivers such strong value, and which cuvées are worth knowing if you love Champagne.
How to open Champagne like a pro (without the panic) 🥂
How to open Champagne like a pro (without the panic) 🥂
December 20, 2025
Opening Champagne is as much about control as it is celebration. While the dramatic pop has its place, the hallmark of confident service is a calm, measured release that preserves bubbles and avoids the spray. This guide breaks down the technique professionals use - from managing pressure to pouring with care - so every bottle is opened safely, quietly, and with confidence.
What is polymerisation? The science behind why red wine gets smoother with age
What is polymerisation? The science behind why red wine gets smoother with age
November 27, 2025
If you've ever wondered why young red wines feel firm and grippy but become silky after a few years in the cellar, the answer comes down to polymerisation. It's the process where tannins and colour compounds link together over time to form longer, softer chains. As these chains grow, the wine tastes smoother, feels rounder, and eventually develops sediment—the whole magic trick of aging red wine explained in plain English.
2024 Le Battistelle ‘Montesei’ Soave Classico DOC — why this humble Italian white deserves a spot in your cellar
2024 Le Battistelle ‘Montesei’ Soave Classico DOC — why this humble Italian white deserves a spot in your cellar
November 27, 2025
Soave might just be one of Italy's most misunderstood wines. For years, it was lumped into the 'cheap and cheerful' camp—the kind of easy white poured by the carafe in every trattoria. But real Soave, particularly from the Classico zone, can rival some of the world's most elegant whites. Le Battistelle's 2024 'Montesei' proves exactly that: hillside vineyards, volcanic soils, and extended ripening create bright acidity, mineral tension, and that signature almond complexity.
The science of wine aging (what actually happens inside the bottle)
The science of wine aging (what actually happens inside the bottle)
November 27, 2025
Most people think wine just 'gets better with time,' but what's actually happening behind the cork is way more interesting. As wine ages, dozens of tiny chemical reactions slowly reshape its flavour, structure, and texture—turning sharp edges soft, fresh fruit into savoury complexity, and colour into something deeper. From tannins linking up and softening to aromas shifting from fresh berries to leather and truffle, aging is basically nature's slow-motion magic trick.
What is biodynamic vineyard management — and why it matters
What is biodynamic vineyard management — and why it matters
November 27, 2025
Wine lovers talk a lot about terroir—that magical mix of soil, climate, and human touch that gives each wine its unique character. But there's another layer quietly shaping some of the world's most expressive wines: biodynamic vineyard management. It's more than just 'organic on steroids'—it's a holistic philosophy that treats the vineyard as a living ecosystem, incorporating lunar cycles, natural preparations, and biodiversity to create wines that truly reflect their place.

Frequently asked questions

Our blogs are designed to make wine knowledge approachable and fun. You’ll find everything from wine investment blogs and producer deep-dives to practical wine guides on storage, tasting, and cellaring. We cut through the jargon so you can learn about wine with confidence.

Wine is more than a drink—it’s history, culture, and craftsmanship in every glass. We’re passionate about wine education because understanding the story behind each bottle makes every sip more enjoyable and every collection more meaningful.

Right here at TradingGrapes. Our Learn About Wine page is your hub for blogs, videos, and podcasts—covering everything from how to start a wine collection to the stories behind iconic producers. Whether you prefer to read, watch, or listen, we’ve got you covered.

Expect practical tips (like how to cellar wine properly), fascinating stories from world-class producers, and insights into wine as an investment. Each blog is written to give you knowledge you can use straight away—whether that’s choosing your next bottle or planning your collection.

Yes! Many of our blogs feature short YouTube and Instagram videos—perfect if you prefer quick, visual learning.

Absolutely. You’ll find a link to our Spotify below our blogs, so you can learn while you commute, cook, or sip a glass of your favourite wine.

They’re for everyone: curious beginners searching for the best wine blogs, passionate collectors building cellars, and seasoned investors looking for fresh insights. If you want to understand wine better—and have fun doing it—you’re in the right place.

We’d love to hear from you! If there’s a region, style, or producer you’d like us to cover, just let us know—we’re always expanding our content based on what our community wants to learn.

Not at all. Our content is written for every level—from those looking for a simple wine guide to seasoned collectors refining their knowledge.

We regularly update our blog with fresh articles, seasonal insights, and producer spotlights—so there’s always something new to explore. Think of TradingGrapes as your trusted source for wine education online.