The Semillon Grape, The Unsung Hero of Wine

Semillon is one of the world’s leading varieties of grapes, even though it seems to always be a second tiered grape because its is usually blended with other varieties, rather than marketed on it’s own. It's extremely difficult to come up with a list of defining tastes and aromas that are characteristic of this grape, nonetheless, Semillon is still worth a second look and hopefully this extract will shed some light on this unappreciated fruit

Types of Tequila

If your bottle of Tequila is not clearly marked as 100% blue agave, the tequila is mixto and may have been distilled from as little as 60% agave juice with other sugars. Tequila prepared from only agave sugars are made in Mexico, and are marked Hecho en Mexico (made in Mexico).

Visiting the Mount Gay Rum Factory in Barbados

A visit to Barbados isn't complete until you have visited the Mount Gay Rum Visitors Centre. It is here where you will discover the secrets behind Barbados' finest and most celebrated golden spirit - the 300 year old Mount Gay Rum.

The Perfect Wine Cellar Equipment

Congratulations on your move from wine lover to wine connoisseur. If you are planning to buy a wine cellar this guide will give you some information on buying the perfect wine cellar equipment.

Open A Beer And Enjoy

Have you ever thought how many of our senses cooperate when we decide to consume a cooling bottle of beer? Well, just consider that we touch the cold bottle from the fridge or over the bar counter.

Methode Champenoise: The Art of Champagne

As touched upon in my article Making Red, Rose and Sparkling wine, there are three different ways to create the bubbles in sparkling wine or Champagne. After fermentation, the wine is then clarified and re-sweetened if necessary before being bottled under pressure. This method is used to produce medium price range sparkling wine. The last method and most complex is methode champenoise, used in creating the best quality wines. But what exactly is methode champenoise?

Wine Storage

Wine making and proper storage techniques have been around for centuries. The process of wine making is complicated and lengthy, but the process of storing the wine to maintain its quality and taste is just as important and difficult.

California Wine

In the United States, California accounts for the largest share of wine producers, including Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Monterey, Paso Robles, and Santa Ynez. Of these, Napa Valley is the most popular wine region.

Temecula Wine Tasting

If you’ve already explored the beautiful countryside of California, then you probably know about the rich wine heritage of Temecula; located in the fertile soils of Temecula Valley. The city is the place of California’s oldest wineries and is still a noteworthy wine production center in the state. And it would be a great experience for you to participate in a Temecula wine tasting event; with several notable wineries around the place.

Wine Of The Month Clubs

A lot of wine clubs offer fun and easy ways to experience wine. Their wine club selections are made from genuine wineries and have even won awards from famous publications. Most wine of the month clubs offer the usual selection of wines like Chardonnay and Merlot. There are a few clubs, however, that offer lesser known fare like Malbec, Carmenere, Alvarinho and Semillon. Try and look for clubs that offer a wider selection. Resident wine experts make sure that all the wine clubs under their wings offer a wide selection of wines at affordable prices every month.

Are You Ready For That Trendy Barware?

Your bar deserves the same attention to your d?cor as any other room would. And since your bar is a place to relax and unwind are you ready for that trendy barware that will help set the mood? 1.

Lodi Wine Country

Get ready to explore the wineries of the Lodi Wine Country. Known for their wonderful Zinfandel, Lodi wineries produce many great wines. The tasting rooms are friendly, uncrowded, and usually there is no charge for wine tasting.

Raspberry Martini

Discover what truly lies beneath the sweetness of the Raspberry Martini and let Marjie Martini share her favorite martini recipes with you!

Making White Wine: A Labor of Love

Wine is made in winery and wineries exist all over the world and come in a variety of sizes. The grapes are grown at the wineries and then turned into wine and there are many varieties of grapes; each one either used either alone or combined to make different wines. But how exactly is white wine made?