Wine Tasting: Learning the Basics

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

There is a proper way for wine tasting. Some people might even make it more complicated than it is, while others may overlook the more important points that will allow them to get as much enjoyment as possible. The following are some of the wine tasting basics to help you with the process.
The wine [...]

Matching Food and Wine Doesn’t Have to be Complicated

Sunday, March 14th, 2010

Many new wine drinkers tend to be very nervous about the concept of pairing wine with food. There are plenty of resources out there which will make you think that this pairing is overly complicated, and that your guests will look down on you if you choose an “incorrect” pairing. The selection of appropriate food [...]

Guidelines for Creating Successful Apple Wine Making Recipes

Sunday, February 28th, 2010

When it comes to making wine at home in the Northeast and Midwest, the most popular recipes include apples.  Since states in these regions are known for growing a variety of apples, it makes perfect sense that apple wine making would be such a popular pastime.  Some people make wine for personal use while others [...]

Which Wine Goes With That Dish?

Saturday, February 27th, 2010

Food pairings with wine can make some people panic. Most assume that real connoisseurs know some inside secrets that they don’t, and are afraid of looking foolish when offering a certain bottle with a certain main course. In reality, there are only a few important tips to remember when pairing wine with food.
Red With Red, [...]

How to Enjoy and Get the Most From Your Wine Tasting Experience

Saturday, February 20th, 2010

It’s a pretty day out, so you and your friends decide to get out and try some wine at your local winery. Here are 5 great tips that you should follow when you get around to drinking your first glass of wine.
The biggest focus of tasting wine is to enjoy yourself, just have fun. No [...]

Host A Wine Tasting To Increase Your Wine Knowledge

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

Host a wine tasting and you and your friends will get to explore the characteristics of different wines. Tasting wine involves the sensory evaluation of wine, and includes noticing the color and aroma, and the taste and feel of the wine on the palate with the aim of determining the quality of the wine and [...]