Author: alex@myrockgroup.com
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Your Ultimate Holiday Wine Gifting Guide
Last minute holiday shopping got you scrambling? A bottle of German or Bordeaux wine could be exactly the present you’re looking for! From picky in-laws to your party animal friend, Germany and Bordeaux have wines to suit every taste at affordable prices.
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Candy and Wine Pairings You Need This Spooky Season
Halloween is around the corner, and it’s time to sip into the spooky spirit! While you may grow out of trick-or-treating, it’s never too late to satisfy your sweet tooth. Grab a few glasses and bags of candy for your next ghoulish gathering and pair your seasonal treats with spook-tacular wines from Bordeaux and Germany.
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Tailgate Like a Champ With Out-Of-The-Box Options From Bordeaux and Germany
Step away from the beer kegs and sugary seltzers! As sports fans across the country dust off their rally caps for their favorite time of year, it’s time to start considering what’s on the drink menu. Whether tailgating in the parking lot or cheering from the couch, choose to Clink Differently this season and lead…
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Behind The Vines: Meet Marc Milhade and Elodie Richard Milhade
Welcome to #BehindtheVines, a series that profiles one producer from Bordeaux or Germany to give you a new perspective on the growers who prune, pick and package your favorite wines. This month, we’re highlighting Marc Milhade and Elodie Richard Milhade of Château Recougne, Château Boutisse and Château Tour Bayard in Saint-Emilion. Together, the siblings are…
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It’s Getting Hot in Here! Create Your Poolside Paradise with Refreshing Bordeaux and German Wines
Home to unexpected grape varieties and distinct climates, Germany and Bordeaux’s wines are like delicious (and less expensive!) plane tickets, offering an inside look at two renowned regions that have more to offer beyond Riesling and prestigious reds, respectively.
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Win BBQ Season With These Food and Wine Pairings
There are few things that scream “summer” more than lighting up a charcoal grill with a cold drink in hand. Whether headed to a summer cookout or hosting one of your own, Clink Different invites you to switch up your summer soiree with wines from Germany and Bordeaux. Discover two curated recipes and wine pairings…
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Behind The Vines: Meet Julia Baltes
Clink Different is all about showing the lesser-known side of premier European wine regions Bordeaux and Germany. In our newest series #BehindtheVines, we’ll explore the sites and wines of both regions through the eyes of producers.
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A Toast to Endless Possibilities!
From familiar blends to (perhaps new) varietal wines, whether sparkling to still, wines of Germany and Bordeaux are perfect for holiday celebrations.
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What’s in a wine name? It all depends on where the wine and grapes are from.
How many times have you stared at the label on a bottle of wine and thought: Why can’t I understand anything I’m reading? You are not alone! Every country has its own set of rules and regulations, and then some regions have their own rules, too, making it ever-more complicated. Basically, wines are labeled in…
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Support Local Wine Retailers!
The benefits of cultivating a relationship with your go-to wine shop are many.
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Warming Up to New Possibilities!
Refreshing wines from Bordeaux and Germany are hiding in plain sight and waiting to be discovered.
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Celebrating Carefree Sipping al Fresco!
The season of open-air concerts, festivals and gatherings is upon us, and with it comes a laid-back approach to enjoying wines in the spirit of celebration, relaxation and discovery.