Learning about wine is both an art and a science. The art is in learning how to choose a fine wine that suits your particular taste.
The science is the knowledge of how various wines are produced, bottled and stored, which helps you to make wiser wine buying choices.
Pinot Noir grapes are one of the most difficult grapes to grow and it tends to be problematic during each step of the wine-making process. However, when everything comes together during the wine making process, Pinot Noir grapes produce a magnificent red wine that has been described as “liquid silk” due to its smooth flavor. More »
Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine best known for its strong aroma. While the strength of the scent does turn some people off, the taste of Sauvignon Blanc wine can be different and delightful. More »
Matching a wine selection to your food choice is not quite as easy as the old rule of selecting a white wine for fish and poultry and a red wine for meats. More »
While you can find lots of information on the web about various types of wine, there isn’t very much information about how it is made. Wine making is both an art and a science, and owning a vineyard can be rewarding or a risky business. More »
Port is a sweet fortified wine that originated in the Douro Valley in the northern region of Portugal. Contrary to a popular misconception, it’s name is not short for “Portugal.” It’s name was derived from the seaport of Porto at the mouth of the Douro river. More »
Aside from choosing a variety and vintage of wine that you might enjoy, there are some issues that you need to be aware of when buying wines for your collection or for personal enjoyment. Here are some easy to remember buying tips. More »
Alsace is a major wine-producing region in northeastern France. It is a geographic area with a strong German influence because the area has been controlled by either France or Germany at several points in history. For centuries, Alsace was the battleground between feuding France and Germany. More »
Many wine enthusiasts do not realize that Chile is one of the top 10 wine producers in the world. Chilean wines are number four in terms of wines imported into the USA, just behind Italy, Australia and France. More »
To fully enjoy a nice bottle of Champagne or a sparkling wine, there are several simple steps to take to maximize the enjoyment. More »
Opening a bottle of wine is not difficult to learn. However, if you do not do it properly, you can break a cork or allow pieces of cork to enter the bottle. More »
