Informational | Giggly Grapes

Discover the Difference Between Brut and Demi Sec Champagne

23/05/2024

Savour the contrast in your glass with our guide on the difference between brut and demi sec champagne. Perfect your choice for any occasion.

What Is a Riddling Rack? The Champagne Tool Explained

21/05/2024

Wooden riddling rack holding sparkling wine bottles neck-down in a cellar

A riddling rack holds 120 bottles neck-down so the yeast slides into the neck. Here is how it works, who invented it, and why machines replaced it.

How Long Does Wine Last After Opening? A Simple Guide.

20/05/2024

How long does wine last after opening? Get tips on properly storing opened bottles & learn factors that affect wine's shelf life from this handy guide.

Moët vs Veuve Clicquot: Which Champagne Is Better?

17/05/2024

Two Champagne bottles and two glasses side by side on a timber table

Same region, same method, same parent company, two different personalities. The grapes, the history, the taste and which one to buy for which night.

Vintage vs Non-Vintage Champagne: The Difference Explained

16/05/2024

Two Champagne bottles and two flutes, one paler and one deeper gold

Non-vintage is a blend of years made for consistency; vintage is one great year aged longer. How each is made, how they taste, what they cost and which to buy.

MCC vs Champagne: The Difference, and Which One to Buy

13/05/2024

Two glasses of sparkling wine side by side on a timber table

Same method, different place, very different price. What Méthode Cap Classique is, how the rules compare to Champagne, and when each one is the right bottle.

Unveil the Mystery: What is a Teinturier Grape?

20/04/2024

Discover the world of winemaking with teinturier grapes. Learn what is a teinturier grape, its unique characteristics, and its influence on wine colour.

Understanding the Difference Between DOC and DOCG Wines

23/12/2023

Let's take a squiz at the distinction between DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) and DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) wines, which are at the heart of Italy's wine heritage.

Discover the Delight of Australian Riesling Wines

09/12/2023

Dive into the fresh, crisp flavour of Australian Riesling wines. I'll take you on a tasting journey you won’t forget!

Best Wine for Sangria: What to Buy (and What to Skip)

06/12/2023

Jug of red sangria with orange slices beside a bottle of red wine

Cheap, dry and fruity beats expensive every time. The red and white grapes that make good sangria, the ones to avoid, a jug recipe and how strong a glass really is.