First dates are nerve-wracking enough without having to worry about the best wine for a dinner date! A bottle of wine is a great choice for a date because it limits your drinking. If you share it equally with your date, half a bottle will not get you too drunk. And, as Thrillist points out…
Do you remember the episode of Taxi where Father Jim takes a hit off a joint and says, “Columbian, Indica strain, South side of the mountains, picked in October, in the morning”. Now that wasn’t wine tasting but there are wine enthusiasts that can tell you the strain of grape, the area it was produced…
Organic wine is made from organically grown grapes. Despite it’s higher price, there are many advantages of organic wine. Wine is an alcoholic beverage that is made up from water and grape juice. It goes through a fermenting process that increases its flavor. Because of the high demand of wines, many vintners have developed…
Almost everyone on the planet has heard of Chardonnay. In fact it is so popular that some people even name their children after it. Chardonnay is commonly ordered as a type of wine from bars and restaurants. However, it is in fact the name of the most popular and possibly the most versatile grape in…
When we think wine, our minds often automatically go to Europe. Places like France and Italy are on a league of their own when it comes to the production of great wine. However, they aren’t the only places that can make a fantastic bottle of wine. Here is an introduction to Australian wine. Drink…
Whenever wine comes up in a conversation or a thought, we often find ourselves thinking of where the wine came from. If you study the name of the wine, you’ll find a log about the origin of the wine. Burgundy and Champagne for instance, are both of French origin. There are many wines out there…
The world of cheese is as wide open as the world of wine, so why not pair them together? White wine and cheese parties, initially popular in the 70s, are regaining their appeal in current times. The capability of the 2 to draw out each other’s finest is just inexpressible. Another good thing about cheese…
Ever wonder how to brew wine at home? What do I need? How much will it cost? Is it legal? Well keep reading, I am about to tell you all you need to know to get started on making your wine from home. Wine making kit First you need a wine making kit. These…
The art of decoration has taken on a life of its own, inspiring a host of books and reality television shows that seem to multiply by the day. The way you decorate your home reflects your very personal style and those things that are most important to you. For wine enthusiasts, the ability to not…
What is Ice Wine? Although there are several types of wine that you can buy, one of the most unheard of is ice wine. This rare form of wine can only be produced under certain types of weather conditions. It is mainly produced in the Pacific Northwest region, where the weather conditions are right for…
