Drinking Wine
Articles addressing a variety of topics on wine and wine tasting.
A Primer in Tasting Wine 
This series of articles covers the basics of looking at, sniffing, and swirling wine. Alcohol Content of Wine
How do you determine the alcohol content of wine, and what is the label telling you?? Barrel Fermentation and Barrel Aging Wine
When buying wine you will be told that this wine was barrel fermented and that wine was barrel aged. What's the difference? Should you care? Beginning Red Wines
Trying red wines for the first time? Try these light bodied wines and discover a new world of taste. Beginning White Wines
Here is a list of wines designed to broaden your wine drinking experience without shocking your palate. Chablis and Chardonnay
Chablis used to be the name for the house wine when Peter F May started drinking and that memory got him thinking about Chablis and Chardonnay. Christmas Wine
What wines to serve at Christmas can be a puzzle. Peter F May has some suggestions Cork or Screwcap?
Does the way the wine bottle is closed affect your purchasing habits? No closure is ideal, all have strengths and weaknesses. Peter F May lists them here. Decanting Wine
The hows and whys of decanting wine at home or in a restaurant. Dessert, Pudding and Sticky Wines
Golden unctious sweet wines, sweet brown Ports and Sherries, ice and noble rot wine, Peter F May loves them all. Different Types of Wine
Demystify the types of wines with these explanations. Do Sulphites in Wine Cause Headaches?
Sulphur has been used in winemaking for thousands of years but it is only recently that it has been blamed for causing headaches. Peter F May considers whether it is guilty and ponders on why it is only now that it is getting a bad reputation. En Primeur or Wine Futures
Every year in April wine buyers and critics head to Bordeaux in France to taste and bid for wine that has not been made and will not be in bottle for another 18 – 24 months. Peter F May considers buying wine futures.
Glass wine bottles are on their way out.
Glass wine bottles are so last century! The wine business wants to move to alternative packaging because its better for the planet and saves them money. And it seems the public are increasingly willing to pour wine from tins, plastic and cardboard. Peter F May investigates. Great Wine Books
Looking for that essential book on wine or a great gift? Try one of these great books. Holidays 
Looking for tips on wines for gift giving or serving at a holiday party? These articles will assist you. How Long Does Open Wine Last?
How long does an opened wine remain drinkable? Peter F May has been experimenting.
How To Host A Wine Tasting
This series of articles explains the steps to planning a successful wine tasting party. How to Remove Wine Stains
What is the most effective way to remove wine stains? It Was a Very Good Year
I got an e-mail asking what are good vintages after 2004. The e-mail author said their favorite year was 2004 and what did I think about vintages after that? Thinking about vintage wine from fine old kegs, reminded me of a song. And 2005, which was a very good year. Know Your Corks
All cork closures are not the same. Let Peter F May show you how to identify the type of cork in your wine bottle.
If nothing else it’ll help pass that time in a restaurant after opening the wine and your food arriving.
Learning About Wines : The Next Step
You´ve introduced yourself light whites and reds, now where do you go from there? Learning to Buy Wine
Many wine drinkers are overwhelmed by the numbers of wines available and the recommendations from professional sources. How can you make the best decision? Learning to Taste Wine
Learning about wine is a lifetime journey. Taking this journey step-by-step in our self-education can help us avoid pitfalls and discover wonderful delights. My Wine is Corked!
I have had an unusually large number of ‘corked’ wines in the past few weeks. But what does 'corked' mean? Peter F May explains. Organic White Wines
Is Organic better, the same, or worse? Are there any current results and findings? Check out my latest article to discover a surprising answer. The Order of Serving Wine
When hosting a dinner or wine tasting event, you´ll want to think about the order of the wine´s you´ll serve. Visiting a Winery
Taking a winery tour is fun and a good learning experience but it can sometimes be confusing. Peter F May discusses what you’ll see and explains some of the buzz-words you might hear. Visiting a Winery Tasting Room
Visiting a winery to taste its wines is an increasingly popular pastime, but what are the ground rules, will you be expected to know all about wine and do you have to spit? Peter F May has been in more tasting rooms than he cares to remember. What are Wine Legs?
Do ‘legs’ or ‘tears’ on the side of your wine glass indicate you are drinking an exceptional wine? Peter F May used to think so, but now he knows better. What Does Wine Taste Like?
Writing about the taste of a wine requires both the reviewer and reader to have shared the same experiences, and that doesn’t always happen, says Peter F May What is Tannin in Red Wine?
Tannin is naturally produced in red wines as a result of fermentation and more is added during barrel aging. Peter F May considers tannins and why they are desirable. Win Free Glassware!
Win $100 worth of Riedel from Winestuff.com. Wine Buying Tips
Before visiting a wine store keep these important tips in mind. Wine into Words - Book Review
The second edition of A History and Bibliography of Wine Books in the English Language. Wine Vintage
What does "vintage" mean and how important is it? Wood and Wine
That wine is too woody....This wine has just a hint of oak....What does this mean to the wine drinker? Wine Homepage | Editor's Picks Articles | Top Ten Articles | Wine Site Map
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