Why You Should Have A Wine Cellar

If you don't own a wine cellar and you collect wine its time to reconsider. Wine collectors everywhere are learning that to preserve you must have control over the climate and the temperature of the wine. The only real way to do this is to have your very own wine cellar.

History Of Seedless Grapes And Raisins Used In Wine Making

In centuries past, ancient man noticed that grapes hanging on vines lasted for months, and even though seedy, the fruit was sweet to the taste. These grapes dried out in the sun and were called raisins. The raisins could be stored for months to be eaten at a later time, centuries before advanced civilizations learned how to preserve foods artificially by canning and freezing. Other fruit items such as palm tree dates, figs...

I Love French Wine And Food - A Red Beaujolais

I love French wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of France's eleven wine regions. This article explores the Beaujolais region of southeastern France and reviews a red Beaujolais wine. Was it a bargain? I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine.

I Love German Wine and Food - A Rheingau Riesling

I love German wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Germany's thirteen wine regions. This article records the results of tasting a fine Riesling wine from the central region of the Rheingau, both on its own and with food. Was it a bargain?

Fighting Stress Without Using Alcohol: Part Two

Since a mixture of too much stress and the overuse of alcohol can cause physical and emotional problems we need to find other ways to deal with a life filled with stress.

Wines for Valentines

Want to choose a romantic wine for your Valentine? Read on for tips to make your special night sizzle.

Three Ways to Combat Wine Headaches

Not everyone finds that wine gives them a headache. But if you are one of those who do, it spoils the wine experience. Here's how to avoid the headaches.

A Metal Wine Rack Brings Style To Your Home

It’s part of human nature to desire to fix up our spaces; to inject our own brand of style into our home’s decor. One of the most creative ways to achieve style in the home is to combine functionality with visual appeal. Something that works well and increases your efficiency – and manages to look great at the same time – can transform a room and give you, the consumer, more bang for your buck. For those who enjoy wine, and subsequently have a few bottles around the house, wine storage can become something of a space dilemma. So a wine rack that displays bottles beautifully and offers a compact, minimally invasive space in which to do it, can be one of those great pieces with dual functionality.

Wine Lovers Across the Land

The US is a hot market for wine consumption and it is growing each year as more Americans find themselves buying bottles at the local grocer, wine and liquor stores. What once was a market, saturated with overly sweet wine coolers and large jug wines (remember the White Zinfandel craze of the 80’s?) has changed to favor boutique wines from all over the country. But they don’t have to be expensive to be good, you can find a lot of great wines that are affordable.

A Little Air for You Wine

You have seen it a million times. Wine is opened and allowed to aerate to bring out the fullness of the flavor. So, what is all of this about?

Wine Terms For the Scared

For whatever reason, wine has become a drink that some people fear. Some people are simply too scared to approach it, looking at a bottle the same way they used to look at the popular girl or boy they had a crush on in high school. No one is really sure when wine got this reputation, but it did: wine is the most intimidating of alcohol.

The New York Wine Train

Finger Lakes is one of the more beautiful regions of New York and the region produces quality wine. Now there is a train trip designed to explore the wineries of the region!

How To Make A Manhattan Cocktail

Are you tired of drinking the same thing everytime you want a cocktail? Are you looking to try a great drink with some history attached to it? Why not try a Manhattan cocktail? This guide to the Manhattan cocktail will show you everything you need to know to make them at home.

A Wine Tour, When Can You Go?

Wine tours, you can spend a whole holiday touring the wineries and vineyards or take a day, lunch or afternoon tour. There are many options for you to choose but you can be assured you will have a very enjoyable time and it will be a great learning experience.