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.
Tuscany Wine Guide: What to Know, What to Drink & What Makes It Special
Tuscany is one of those regions people recognize instantly — rolling hills, cypress trees, terracotta rooftops, and of course… Chianti. But behind the postcard landscapes is one of the most important wine regions in the world, producing everything from rustic, food-friendly reds to ultra-polished “Super Tuscans.” The good news? You don’t need to be an expert to understand Tuscany. This guide breaks it down simply and helps you choose bottles with confidence — whether you’re grabbing a weeknight Chianti or exploring something more adventurous.
Old World vs New World Wine: What’s the Real Difference?
If you’ve ever heard someone describe a wine as Old World or New World and wondered what that actually means, you’re not alone. These terms get thrown around all the time, but beginners rarely get a clear explanation. This guide breaks the concept down giving you everything you need to feel confident when comparing wines from Europe to wines from places like the U.S., Australia, South America, and beyond.
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?