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Sweet Red Wines
I thought it was appropriate to discuss sweet red wines, because there is an emerging group of people who like them. Therefore, producers are starting to meet demand.
Now Please Don’t Judge A Wine By It’s Label
Please remember that I do not advocate buying wine based on what the label looks like. You’ve heard the saying “Don’t Judge A Book By It’s Cover!”
Wine Shopping List
The goal is to have everyone be able to shop with confidence. I am posting suggestions for some of the most popular varietals and some unusual ones.
Amazing Reason Why You Should Smell The Cork
The Amazing Reason Why You Should Smell The Cork is to see if the wine is bad or otherwise known as corked. If it is bad, you will get a chemical or musty odor like a wet dog.
Should You Join A Wine Club?
Wine clubs are popping up all over the country. They all have pros and cons. It depends mostly upon for what you are looking for should you join a wine club.
Canned Wines Are Bad And A Terrible health Hazard
There are many reasons why wines are put into bottles. And, there are many reasons why they are not put into cans, until recently.
Wines May Seem Sweet, But Most Are Extremely Dry
Most people don’t know what constitutes a dry wine. The definition of dry means that there is little to no residual sugar left in the wine.
Most House Wines Are Horrible Jug Wines At Best
Did you ever go to a restaurant and ask the server for wines by the glass? Some get you the menu and sometimes the server spouts out several varietals. Ugh!
Don't Drink Wine!
You think I am crazy when I title a post don’t drink wine. I am far from it. Wine is meant to be tasted. What’s the difference? Everything is.
The Health Benefits Of Wine
There are lots of claims out there for the health benefits of wine. But, are they true or not? We tend to believe what we see advertised.
Varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon Is The King Of Red Wines
Cabernet Sauvignon is probably the most popular red wine in America mostly because it grows wonderfully in Napa Valley. As time went by, growers expanded the areas to plant.
Chardonnay Wines
Chardonnay and the wines it makes are amazing. It is the most popular white wine in the world empowered by France in the Old World and California in the New World.
Grenache Wine Is The Red That Pleases Everyone
France and Australia use Grenache mostly as a blending grape. Spain makes Grenache wines that are blends or 100%. Italy makes wines that are 100% Grenache.
Malbec
France is malbec’s ancestal home. They still make great wines. Most malbecs are made in Cahors, France. It’s a tiny town with a gorgeous bridge.
Merlot Wines Are Outstanding From More Than Just France
There are many great Merlot wines, but they are pricey. I recommend great, but affordable versions.
Why Moscato d'Asti Wines Are Unique And Unusual
The Moscato d’Asti wines are made from the white Moscato grape. It is fruity, aromatic and sometimes even sweet.
Why People Love Pinot Grigio Wines So Much
Pinot Grigio wines are one of Italy’s most popular white wines because it goes down smoothly, and still has lots of fruit flavor and bright acidity to stand up to many foods.
Pinot Noir Wines
Pinot Noir wines have aromas that are unique. The aromas are herbacious, earthy, mushroomy and berry-like.
Rosé Wines
It’s summertime and there’s no better wine to drink during Summer than Rosé wine! Especially, those of us that like red wines benefit by it’s ability to go with foods.
Sangiovese Wines (Chianti)
There are many districts in Tuscany that make Sangiovese wines. There are strict laws regarding grape percentages that are followed. Pronounce it sahn-gee-oh-VAY-zay.
Zinfandel Is America's Wine With A Love For Barbecue
Zinfandel is the only grape variety that Americans can call their own. Every grape in North America is from other countries, except zinfandel. Or so we thought for years.