Jun
23
2010
By Sarah LeNoue
Choosing Wine for Your Wedding
Most people associate weddings with Champagne; it is the customary choice for wedding toasts. But wines are just as customary and should be considered with care when planning your reception menu. Even if your knowledge of wine is limited, it can be easy to select the right wine for [...]
Jun
23
2010
By Walt Yehl
1. A glass of wine a day will help keep your memory (and overall health) from going away. A study showed that women over seventy who drank a glass of wine a day had a better memory than those who abstained from wine.
o A glass of wine also helps prevent clots and reduce [...]
May
15
2010
By Jennifer Jordan
Leftover wine may bring about problems for many of you that leftover food doesn’t possess. While it’s easy to throw a vat of macaroni in a Tupperware bowl or wrap a piece of bread in a plastic baggie, the same can’t be said for wine. When it comes to saving wine, there is [...]
Apr
27
2010
By Sean M
Wine has played a kingly role in the history of the world.
People have drunk it in majestic rituals and it has lived in the palace cellars. It has survived through the medieval times and has been used by the priests to cleanse the body and cure devotees their common maladies. Whereas it used [...]
Apr
08
2010
By Angella Jones Brown
Wine and its health benefits have always been a burning topic of discussion. There are many myths and facts surrounding this topic. In this article I would like to list out some of the facts which concern about health and drinking wine.
In recent past many studies conducted throughout the world have revealed [...]
Apr
05
2010
Possibly the best sub five pound white wine ever! When they say old vines, they mean old vines - the Semillon is over 80 years old.
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Apr
05
2010
A delightfully aromatic and fairy light white wine from Portugal's Ribatejo region with bags of mouth watering tropical fruits and citrussy zing.
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Apr
05
2010
By Jennifer Jordan
When I think of a wine competition, I think of bottles of red wine and bottles of white wine squaring off. Perhaps bottles of Merlot and Riesling arm wrestle or a glass of Shiraz and a glass of White Zinfandel enter a chugging contest. Maybe a West Side Story-like reenactment happens: Pinot Noir [...]
Mar
20
2010
By Sean M
Wine has played a kingly role in the history of the world.
People have drunk it in majestic rituals and it has lived in the palace cellars. It has survived through the medieval times and has been used by the priests to cleanse the body and cure devotees their common maladies. Whereas it used [...]
Mar
19
2010
Wine for St Valentines Day is an excellent idea. Valentines & Wine go hand in hand, Wine for celebrations & Valentines Day is the celebration of love & romance. Beresford wines are hand-crafted to capture the ‘Essence of McLaren Vale’. The wines offer consistent quality that epitomise the ambience and character of the McLaren [...]
Mar
19
2010
A romantic Champagne… First loved by women, its balance and its delicacy have made it a revered wine appreciated by everyone.The production secrets and the vinification method of this cuvee go back to the origins of the House of Billecart-Salmon and have been handed down for seven generations. The Brut Rose is a blend of [...]
Mar
18
2010
By David Cowley
Known as one of the most popular varieties of white wine in the world, the Riesling wines have definitely made their name well known. There are people all around the world who drink Riesling wines and once you learn more about them or try them for yourself, it is not too hard to [...]
Mar
18
2010
We’ll start this article by asking these two questions: “Why is wine so confusing?” and “Does selecting a wine intimidate you?” If your answer to the second question is yes, then you are not alone!
Most people have been to a liquor store or a restaurant and been absolutely overwhelmed and intimidated by the sheer variety [...]
Mar
15
2010
The 2006 Roussanne Estate, which includes 25% Viognier in the blend, is a heavier, more waxy style of white wine that appears to possess some tannin. As this varietal often does, this full-bodied effort comes across as a 'love it or leave it' wine. I happen to adore this style, but their aging curve is [...]
Mar
13
2010
A fresh crisp white wine with aromas of flowers and almonds and an elegant light palate which is refreshing and smooth.
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Mar
12
2010
Being made from the highest quality must, the 'Yema', it has a distinctive, clean aroma and is bone dry with a savoury character. It represents the ultimate aperitif (fantastic with 'finger foods' such as nuts and olives) and is also the perfect match for a wide variety of dishes including seafood and tapas. Serve ice [...]
Mar
11
2010
We get a tiny annual allocation of the white wines of this famous Châteauneuf-du-Pape estate. Predominately Roussanne this is a white wine of beauty, sophistication and complexity. With a nose of apricot, honeysuckle, marmalade and spice the palate has a freshness, purity and length only found in the finest white wines. Drink it over [...]
Mar
11
2010
Chablis makes a perfect gift for a white wine lover, offering a happy marriage good value with a well-regarded 'name' and available here in a stunning leatherette presentation case featuring a corkscrew, bottle stopper and pourer, and drip-stop. This is one of a handful of estates in Chablis who only produce wine from their own [...]
Mar
11
2010
Chablis makes a perfect gift for a white wine lover, offering a happy marriage good value with a well-regarded 'name' and available here in a stylish wooden box. This is one of a handful of estates in Chablis who only produce wine from their own estate and never sell to negoçiants - an impeccable guarantee [...]
Mar
11
2010
Chablis makes a perfect gift for a white wine lover, offering a happy marriage good value with a well-regarded 'name'. This is one of a handful of estates in Chablis who only produce wine from their own estate and never sell to negoçiants - an impeccable guarantee of consistency and quality. The grapes come from [...]
Mar
02
2010
By Jeffrey Puckett
Red wine has general characteristics that you can look for to help you understand and enjoy it. There are some guidelines you can follow to help you observe the wine through sight, smell, and taste. This wine tasting guide will show you some of the general characteristics of red wine.
First, look at the [...]