Nicole MacKay

Nicole MacKay in the managing editor of the SOMM TV Magazine. She holds her WSET 3 and is a Spanish Wine Scholar through the Wine Scholar Guild. With a passion for food and travel, she's often found in her kitchen adjusting perfectly good recipes to be gluten-free and plant-based.

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2023 Napa Valley Vintage: Winemakers Say It’s Superior

“If you didn’t make great wine this year, you probably shouldn’t be in the business.”…

thanksgiving wines
Editor Picks: 6 Outstanding Thanksgiving Wines for Your Celebration Feast

As exciting as Thanksgiving is, it can induce some stress. Between creating a menu free…

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Why Is Wine Important? A Simple 485-Word Answer

The question posed by the 2023 Wine Writers Symposium application essay about this time last year implores…

Domaine Nico
Domaine Nico: The High Altitude Argentine Pinot Noir Project (That’s Not In Patagonia)

In Mendoza, a winemaking region synonymous with Malbec, a forward-thinking undertaking exhibits the ability for…

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13 Easy Fall Cocktails to Usher in Sweater Weather

As easy-breezy summer transitions into cool and crisp autumn, it’s time to swap out refreshing…

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Milk to Mozzarella Cheese: How To Make The Famous Formaggio

Mozzarella cheese, renowned for its velvety texture and mild flavor, is a culinary treasure that…

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31 Wineries That Embrace Exclusive Appellations

The concept of terroir, the distinctive combination of soil, climate, and geographical conditions that influence…

Winemakers in Bourgogne
Next-Gen Winemakers in Bourgogne Take on Climate Change

Bourgogne is renowned for its exquisite wines and centuries-old winemaking traditions, with vineyards dating back…

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Editor Picks: 5 Perfect Wines for Picnics

When the sun is shining and the great outdoors beckons, few pleasures are more delightful…

Livermore Valley wine
The Side Project That’s Bolstering Livermore Valley’s Wine Identity

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport, those passionate about Pinot typically make their way north…

How Miguel de Leon Is Reforming the Restaurant Wine List

In the bustling New York City culinary landscape, where innovation and authenticity intertwine, Pinch Chinese…

Chablis
A Closer Look at Chablis

Welcome to the world of Chablis, the northernmost jewel nestled within France’s renowned Burgundy wine…