Wine tasting tips

How To Taste Wine (part 2) this article from winemag.com So, want to learn how to taste and evaluate a glass of wine like an expert? Easy. Follow our wine tasting tips below—but before you start sipping, make sure you’re in the right tasting environment. We now shift our focus to evaluating by sniff. […]

How To Taste Wine (part 1) this article from winemag.com So, want to learn how to taste and evaluate a glass of wine like an expert? Easy. Follow our wine tasting tips below—but before you start sipping, make sure you’re in the right tasting environment. Good Tasting Conditions First things first: Make note of […]

The whole concept of letting wine breathe, or aerate, is simply maximizing your wine’s exposure to the surrounding air. By allowing wine to mix and mingle with air, the wine will typically warm up and the wine’s aromas will open up, the flavor profile will soften and mellow out a bit and the overall flavor […]

This time of year the question always comes up; what wine pairs well with Turkey? The good news is there is no correct answer. Turkey pairs well with red wine or white wine depending on what you and your guests like. Turkey is adaptable and the way it’s prepared as well as other dishes to […]

Have you ever wondered about the importance of the actual wine glasses you’re using? Here are some of the attributes of a wine glass that may or may not contribute to the tasting experience. 1. The size and shape of the bowl – The larger the bowl the better the wine’s aromas can circulate and manifest themselves. […]

Wine pairs beautifully with nuts and cheese, here are some combination ideas that bring out the flavors and work well together: Light zesty wines such as Sauvignon Blanc, Albarino, Pinot Grigio and Sancerre are great with pistachios and cashews, the brightness in the wine bringing out the undertones of the nuts and visa versa. Sparkling […]

Have you ever wondered what happens at a blind wine tasting? There are a variety of blind tasting themes to select from such as … guess the variety guess the country / region guess the price find the only one that is a different variety rank by color scale … from light to dark Place […]

Aside from the obvious, have you ever wondered about the major differences between red and white wine? White wines are mostly made of white grapes; they are made without skins or seeds. The skins are separated from the juice and yeast is added for fermentation. White wines have a light, crisp, fruity flavor and aroma. […]

Red wine with meat is still a useful rule. However, when you add sauces or other flavorings, you need to consider them as well. Some types of meat seem to have a particular affinity with wines made from certain grapes—lamb goes well with Cabernet Sauvignon or Rioja reds, for example, while pork and rabbit taste […]

You’re planning to have a wine tasting at your house and want to include cheese. But you’re not sure which cheeses to pair with which wines … here are some known guide lines which may surprise you … White wines match best with soft cheeses and stronger flavors. Red wines match best with hard cheeses and milder flavors. Fruity […]