Learn Wine, One Glass at a Time
Somm Scribe is a practical wine education blog designed to help you taste with confidence. From understanding wine labels and regions to learning how flavor, oak, and structure work together, each guide is built to make wine more approachable — one glass at a time.
Pinot Noir vs Merlot: What’s the Difference?
Pinot Noir and Merlot are two of the most widely enjoyed red wines in the world — smooth, approachable, and full of fruit flavor. But they’re also very different in style, structure, and personality. If you’ve ever wondered which one you prefer (or why), this guide breaks down the key differences in an easy, side-by-side format.
Napa Valley Wine Guide: What Makes the Region Special
Napa Valley is one of the most famous wine regions in the world — a small strip of land in Northern California that produces bold reds, elegant whites, and some of the most sought-after bottles in the U.S. But what actually makes Napa wine unique? And how do you understand the styles that come from this iconic region?