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? 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. Decanting Wine  The hows and whys of decanting wine at home or in a restaurant. Different Types of Wine  Demystify the types of wines with these explanations. Drinking Wine on the Atkins' Diet  Is it okay to drink wine while on the popular Atkins´ Diet? 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 To Clean Your Wine Glasses  What?! There really is a methodolgy to cleaning wine glasses that will improve your wine tasting experience. 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. 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 Summer Wine List - 10 under $10 each  A reader wants a list of red and white wines for summer. The reader recommends a Cabernet to a friend. Do I have any others? Umm . . . yes I have a couple. Newsletter  View the full, colorful Wine Newsletter. Nonalcoholic Wines  What are nonalcoholic or dealcoholized wines and how are they produced? Ordering Wine From a Restaurant Wine List  Have you ever been intimidated when ordering wine in a restaurant? Try these simple tips to help you make a wise choice. Organic Wines  The world of organic wines has opened up. Proper Wine Glasses  Is proper glassware essential to enjoy wine? Absolutely! Here´s why. Red Wines  Red wines come in many different styles and varieties. 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  What is the protocol when visiting a winery? What are Wine Legs?  Some people call them fingers, the French call them tears. What are they, and are they an indicator of quality? What is Tannin in Red Wine?  Tannin is sometimes hard to define. Some red wine drinkers love it and others hate tannin. What exactly is tannin? What's the Difference Between Fruitiness & Sweetness?  Many times wines are described as being sweet or fruity. Isn't this the same thing? Not in the world of wine. White Wine Styles  All white wines are not the same. Take time to learn about the different styles of white wine. Win Free Glassware!  Win $100 worth of Riedel from Winestuff.com. Wine and Sulfites  What is this compound found in most wines? Wine Buying Tips  Before visiting a wine store keep these important tips in mind. Wine Games  Do you enjoy gathering friends for fun? Do you enjoy wine? Then why not combine the two with these games? Wine into Words - Book Review  The second edition of A History and Bibliography of Wine Books in the English Language. Wine Newsletter  Enjoy articles and reviews about one of our favorite things...Wine! Wine Textures  How can a wine be velvety or rough? Discover the many textures that are part of enjoying wine. 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?
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