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30 Second Wine Advisor: Fun pink bubbly

Pink Champagne doesn't exactly have the best reputation. But this bad rap isn't exactly fair.

30 Second Wine Advisor: Aromatic whites: Scent plus!

Aromatic whites? What's that all about? Don't all wines have aromas? Well, yeah! But some wines - a random array of whites in particular - take "aromatic" up to the top. Try this: Compare a Chardonnay to a Viognier.

30 Second Wine Advisor: Trio in white

Let's get right to the point: I love red wine. It's got flavor, aroma, body, complexity and balance, and it goes great with food. Every now and then, though, I need a whack upside the head to remind me that white wine is good.

WebWineMan: Washington's Wines: Worth a Look

The U. S.'s northernmost wine-producing region, Washington state, has soil and climate conditions that give it a clear advantage over the rest of the country in producing wine. Richard Fadeley's panel tastes a sampling of some of the best.

Taylor Eason: More flavor, less money: Buying wine on a budget

More and more Americans are drinking wine daily, but most of us can't fork over $20 per night for the stuff. Taylor Eason has put together tips to finding "super affordable, tasty wines to pair with dinner or to scratch that end-of-the-work-day relaxation itch we all have."

Vino e Cucina d'Italia: Superb Italian Wines - From Texas

Not all wines from Italian grapes are made in Italy. Recently, Neil Duarte visited Flat Creek Estate - a winery in Texas which uses Italian varieties to produce wines that he rates as superb.

From Amazon.com: Hugh Johnson's 2013 Pocket Wine Book

Hugh Johnson's Pocket Wine Book is an indispensable reference for the wine lover. Updated annually, this handy guide packs an incredible amount of information into a pocket-size volume.

Oxford Town Wines: Anderson Valley: A hidden gem

When John Juergens visited California's Anderson Valley, he was overwhelmed by the natural beauty - and found some excellent wineries.

Favorite Wine Links: Wine Grape Varietal Table

Here's a direct link to Steve De Long's delightfully geeky new wine-grape chart, a must-have gift for the serious wine hobbyist on your list.