Have you ever wondered what is the difference between all those dark spirits? What is the difference that makes a seasoned scotch sipper different from a pleasant and smooth bourbon? Here we present the real story to distinguish one from the other! “Whiskey” or “Whisky”? This is a rather confusing … [Read more...]
Aging White Wine
By Dan Berger We all know the pitfalls when we decide to age a bottle of red wine – or a few hundred! Any such experiences can be fraught with problems, which we observe ruefully when an episode goes sour. And inevitably many do in fact go sour. We’ve all experienced the disappointment when we … [Read more...]
Savoring A Glass Of Wine : What Makes Your Wine Sing
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When you reach for a glass of wine and pour your favorite, particularly after a stressful day, or to unwind with buddies - do you ever think about what is inside it?? Aside from grapes (that we all know), patience and passion, it’s mostly water and alcohol in wine. In fact, it is this … [Read more...]
Wine Consumption World Wide Infographic
Wine Consumption World Wide Habits When it comes to drinks, wine has always been everyone's ideal choice. The vogue and the specialty of this drink hasn't dwindled with time. In fact, people are enchanted with this fascinating drink time and again. Collectively, there has been no significant … [Read more...]
White Wine vs. Red Wine | Let The Battle Begin | Infographic
White Wine vs Red Wine Wine has been around for thousands of years. Today, our love for wine goes beyond just the occasional tasting. We love wine as much as we love any sumptuous drink. In fact, wine lusciously complements our daily meals, making it a fine dining experience everyday. This … [Read more...]
Why Wine Gift Baskets? 4 Reasons They’re a Joy to Give
Wine Gift baskets make wonderful presents: they’re both luxurious and practical, not to mention elegant and thoughtful. They can be customized to the taste of the recipient, and they keep on giving long after the special event has passed. Any occasion is appropriate for a gift basket: weddings, … [Read more...]
What is Malbec Wine? A Quick Guide
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A robust red wine from Argentina, Malbec Wine 2017 is made from the variety of grapes with the same name that is actually native to France. They were planted in Argentinian soil in the 19th century, where they thrived. These are dark fruits with thick skins, and impart a similarly dark berry flavor … [Read more...]
Everything You Need to Know About Port Wine
Port wine is not only loaded with flavor, it’s also loaded with history. This type of wine has been made for centuries in the Douro Valley in Portugal. Its name comes from Porto, a coastal city in Portugal sitting pretty at the Douro River’s mouth. From here, 17th-century ships carrying casks of … [Read more...]
Food with Flair: Tips for Choosing the Best White Wine for Cooking
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Using wine in your cooking is a fantastic way to add a complex layer of flavor to a dish. Wine is a perfect way to enhance sauces, marinades, soups, salad dressings, and even desserts (see: red wine chocolate cake, poached pears in white wine, and roasted fruit with Marsala syrup). The problem is … [Read more...]
Decanters
By Dan Berger Most of the fine wines we are offered in wine shops these days are too young to be appreciated at their best. There are several reasons for this, but the primary one is that wine is a living product, and shortly after it completes its fermentation and is technically wine (and no … [Read more...]
