24 January 2011
Wine glasses, like wines themselves, come in many different varieties. In order to fully enjoy any given type of wine, using the perfect glass is a vital detail that must be paid attention to. Glasses come in different shapes and sizes for a reason, so understanding their functions will allow you to choose the appropriate [...]
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23 January 2011
Wine can always make an incredibly classy gift for any birthday, anniversary, wedding, or retirement party. It can be a great thank you gift, house warming present, or hostess gift at a dinner party. The only tricky part to giving wine is determining the tastes of the recipient, but with a few wine choosing tips [...]
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22 January 2011
When pairing a wine with any given meal, a few guidelines should be followed. It’s important not to overpower the food being served while choosing something that will compliment the taste. If you want to keep the process simple there are some very general rules you can follow, but to choose the perfect wine a [...]
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22 January 2011
It can be really hard thinking of a unique gift for a friend who is about to be wed. Everybody gives platters, appliances, utensils, and other household effects. All sorts of things come to mind and all of them sound perfect. Still, you want to make your gift the most perfect and memorable one. What [...]
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21 January 2011
If you’re going to be keeping your wine for any extended period of time, it’s important to store it properly to allow it to age to its full potential and further develop its intended flavour. Following a few simple guidelines will prevent you from storing your wine incorrectly and causing it to spoil or turn [...]
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19 January 2011
When first starting a wine collection you may not be sure where to begin. With so many different types of wines and vintages you could have some difficult choices when choosing which wines will be the first you start your collection with. Proper Storage Before buying your first supply of wine to begin your collection, [...]
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18 January 2011
In order to really get everything you can out of your wine tasting experience, it’s important to use as many of your senses as you can to get the full feeling of a particular wine. The taste is not the only thing about a great wine there is to be appreciated, so take a step [...]
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17 January 2011
Wine can be categorized in many different ways, such as level of dryness, the colour, the region the grapes were grown, or which meal you would have it with. Some reds may be sweet and some whites may be dry so one type of wine of a certain type may not taste the same as [...]
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16 January 2011
Aside from the obvious colour differences, red and white wines can vary in numerous ways. The differences in their composition can affect their taste, the foods they should be paired with, and their ability to age. Different types of grapes may be used for each type of wine, but in some instances the same grape [...]
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01 May 2010
Do I have to go to classes? No. All wine making is done here at our store under the watchful eyes of our Certified Wine Consultants. You will need to start the fermentation of your wine and return 4-6 weeks later to complete your bottling using our easy to use equipment. How long does [...]
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