Syrah and... the Sex Appeal?

It is a well established standard practice to apply all sorts of descriptors wine that go well beyond simply describing the taste, aroma, and texture. Indeed it has become somewhat of a tradition to characterize wines with such adjectives as bold, timid, dramatic, subdued, flagrant, and so on. So much so, in fact, that to the novice many adjectives may seem to say a little too much about a wine and even come off as downright humorous. Are critics in earnest when they use these expressions?

5 Tips For Experiencing A Wine Festival

Almost every state in the country has a wine festival. It is a great way to sample the wines of the region and to become familiar with some of the great wineries that are right in your backyard.

Why Australia for Fine Wines?

Australia, the land DownUnder, has become a major and exciting force in international wines. Australian wine is taking the world by storm, due to the quality of the grape stock combined with the skill and experience of our winemakers. This enables us to produce a superb and wide range of Australian wine styles.

Wine Manufacturing Process

Wine is a product made from fruits like grapes, berries etc by drying them and later fermenting them. When the grapes ferment the sugar in the grapes convert to alcohol. They are available in various colors and textures depending upon the elements present in them.

Wine Racks - A Guide To Home Wine Storage

Home wine racks are specially designed for storing bottles of wines in a horizontal position, to help preserve the quality of the wine.

7 Tips for a Fun and Memorable Wine Tasting

A fun way to learn more about different wines -— especially those you normally wouldn’t buy on your own -— is to host a wine tasting in your home. This articles will give you a few tips for putting together a fun and educational wine tasting.

How To Prevent and Cure A Hangover!

The December holiday season is the primary time of year for overindulging. Some get up close and personal with their toilet seat. Others prefer to feed their bathroom floor with yesterday’s dinner. There are those that simply ring in the new year with a ringing headache! Ughh, never again!

White Wines - The Most Popular

A list and commentary on the most popular white wines and best foods to serve with.

How to Grow Grapes for Excellent Wine

I think it quite safe to say that more has been written about the cultivation of grapes than has - or ever will be - written about any other fruit. This is not surprising, considering that the grape is probably the oldest of known fruits.

Napa Valley Chardonnay

Chardonnay has emerged as the premier white wine in California. Originating from Burgundy, France, the Chardonnay grape has enabled vintners from the Golden State to produce opulent white wines with crisp, bold flavors. A well made Chardonnay can be enjoyed in a wide array of situations; from celebrations to a quiet night in front of the fire.

Drinking Wine Keeps You Healthy?

Wines are one of the most elegant of all drinks. Wine is not good unless it is served properly and chosen correctly. Did you know that there are hundreds of different choices?

Sherry - A Wine Of Tradition

Made in and around the town of Jerez in the Cadiz region of Andalucia, Sherry has been pleasing drinkers around the world for centuries...

Choosing The Right Cheeses To Go With Your Oregon Wine

Oregon wine is a treat for the senses. Your taste buds will sing and your nose will dance with delight as you sip from the golden cup that is Oregon wine. And if you are a little peckish you should have some cheese to go with your fabulous Oregon wine, but what kind?

The History Of Italian Wine

You can find expensive Italian wine and not so expensive Italian wine and they are both as delicious as the other. It is pretty hard to go wrong with Italian wine, as they are all pretty much near perfect. The history of Italian wine is a history that is fascinating to say the least.