The "Sulphite Myth" and the Real Reason We Drink Wine

August 4, 2026Once Upon a VineyardPinot Noir,acidic,sugar-free,sulphites,Wine Certification,Wine Analysis,sulphite myth,chemistry

Your official wine certification sheet arrived, and you survived the chemistry…

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Decoding the Matrix: What Wine Labs really say about your Glass

August 3, 2026Once Upon a VineyardPinot Noir,acidic,residual sugar,sugar-free,total acid,Wine Certification,Wine Analysis,Alc Vol

When you look at an official wine certification sheet, it looks less like a…

by Joanna & David

A most versatile wine!

May 6, 2026Once Upon a VineyardPinot Noir,umami,salty,sweet,acidic,food pairing,seafood,meat,vegetables,vegan

Pinot Noir is renowned for its ability to pair magnificently with a wide…

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Pairing Pinot for Pescatarians

April 2, 2026Once Upon a VineyardPinot Noir,salmon,tuna,shellfish,crab,lobster,seafood pizza

For the Pescatarians: Pinot Noir is a remarkably versatile wine, particularly…

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The Gourmand Section: Decadence in a Glass

March 3, 2026Once Upon a VineyardPinot Noir,red velvet cake,peanut butter,chocolate chip cookies,milk chocolate,fresh berries,cherries,sliced apples.

Now the pièce de résistance of any meal: dessert! But fair warning – this…

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Pairing Pinot for Carnivores

February 23, 2026Once Upon a VineyardPinot Noir,beef,bourguignon,casseroles.,venison,duck,roast chicken,charcuterie board,pork

Pinot Noir’s works beautifully with a range of meaty dishes, thanks to its…

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Pairing Pinot with Vegetables

January 12, 2026Once Upon a VineyardPinot Noir,tomatoes,food pairing,pasta,pizza,risotto,camembert,brie,gruyere,mushrooms

Pinot Noir’s versatility extends beyond meat and fish dishes, making it an…

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A match made in ... the Fryer?

December 13, 2025slap chips,Once Upon a Vineyard,Pinot Noir,truffle salt,parmesan,rosemary,garlic,paprika,herbes de provence,thyme basil,cajun spice,french frieschips

The Humble French Fry & Pinot Noir: A Match Made in... the Fryer? When you…

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No opener? No problem!

November 4, 2025foil,opening wine,Once Upon a Vineyard,Pinot Noir,Plettenberg Bay,quality vs quantity,the holy grail,breathe,observe,swirl,smell,drink,corkscorkscrew

Did you know: If you have forgotten your corkscrew and no one else has…

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Pinot pairings for Vegans

October 23, 2025aubergine,Once Upon a Vineyard,Pinot Noir,tomatoes,mushroom,truffles,seaweed,broccoli,brussel sprouts,kale,beetroot,onionsasparagus

Pinot Noir is an excellent wine to pair with vegan dishes, particularly those…

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