What Wine Should you serve at a Wedding Engagement Party?
Todays engagement parties are more a reflection of the times and people of this age, and not the “stuffy” and “proper” attitudes of the past. Gone for the most part...
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Wine Preservation Cabinets – Controlling the Temperature
Numerous bars and restaurants have found that preserving wine and selling it by the glass can be quite difficult, especially when you want to preserve the taste of a bottle...
California Wine – Will it be Merlot or a Cabernet Sauvignon
The state of California is known for its beauty, its beaches and its ability to set the standard in film almost as well as it is known for its wine....
Shiraz or Syrah Wines – Interesting Trivia and Information
The Shiraz grape gets its name from the city of Shiraz in Persia/Iran; known for its flowers, poetry, and beauty. This is quite possibly where winemaking originated some seven thousand...
What Is The Difference Between Syrah and Shiraz
What is the difference between Syrah or Shiraz? Many people are confused by these two terms.’ The issue is clouded by many legends, myths, and just plain misinformation.’ In reality,...
Capped vs. Corked Wine; Is There A Difference
You’re at a wine-tasting party. The host brings out an expensive-looking bottle of 1997 PlumpJack Cabernet Sauvignon. But wait….where is the corkscrew? As you watch in total disbelief, the host...
Wine Tours – Tasting and Exploring Vineyards
Looking to go on a vacation or possibly just a weekend getaway? Maybe a day trip is all you have time for? No matter what your budget, time allowance, or...
Choosing a Wine For Christmas Dinner – Red or White?
In the Christian world, few celebrations can match the splendor and sumptuousness of Christmas Day. It is a time for spiritual reflection, generosity to those less fortunate, fellowship with family,...
Screw Cap Versus Traditional Corks
And you thought that “The War of the Worlds” was an epic fight between two worlds, human and alien. Well hang on, because a new “war” is brewing between the...
What Is A Fair Mark-Up On A Bottle Of Wine
I have noticed lately, in many forums and wine websites, that there seems to be a lot of animosity over prices charged for wine in restaurants. Of course, as a...