Welcome to the Sommy Wine Selection Blog

The best wine for tamales follows the sauce, not the filling. Fruity reds for red chile and mole, chilled rose or off-dry Riesling when the heat climbs.

A wine quiz can point you to a style you'll enjoy, but most are shop funnels. Here are the real questions and what each answer says about you.

Cabernet Sauvignon tastes dry, dark-fruited and firm, with blackcurrant, cedar and a drying grip. Here's how to pick a bottle you'll actually enjoy tonight.

Is this wine good? Learn the quality checks that work, what a critic's points actually mean, and how to tell if a bottle suits your taste.

Rioja tastes of ripe cherry and soft vanilla, and drinks smoother than a big young Cabernet. See how Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva change the taste.

Looking for a wine app for Android? See how Vivino and the real options compare, what to skip, and how to pick a bottle you'll enjoy.

Malbec tastes of ripe blackberry, plum, and cocoa in a smooth, dry red. See how Argentine and Cahors styles differ, with easy pairings and serving tips.

Tempranillo wine tastes of cherry, leather, and vanilla. Learn to read the Spanish labels, what to pair, and whether you'll actually like it.

Chicken satay pairs best with an off-dry Riesling that tames the peanut sauce and chili. See the best whites, reds, and sparkling picks, plus what to avoid.