In this article you will learn about monthly wine clubs and why they have become so popular. You will also learn about some of the best 5 wine clubs.When you join a monthly wine club you will be introduced to the fascinating world of wine. It doesn't matter if you are a wine novice or an experienced wine connoisseur. As a member of a wine club you will both learn much more about wine as well as being able to taste many new and exciting wine...more
So you've started a nice wine collection but the bottles are sitting on your counter, taking up valuable space, or hidden on top of your refrigerator. It's time to find a home for your collection, but finding a wine rack that fits your needs, style, and budget can be a long process. With a variety of places to shop for racks online and offline, it can be a tough decision to settle on just one.When it's time to start your search, consider there...more
The amazing array of different wines on the market can be overwhelming for even the most distinguished wine connoisseur. When it comes to picking from some of the more unusual wines from around the world, things can get tricky. These surprising tastes do not seem to follow the rules, yet they are so wonderful and robust that you must try each of them at least once if you want to truly understand wine at its finest.Where to StartOne of the best places to start when choosing a more unusual wine is to find out what is out there. If you do not have any idea of the unusual wines on the market then you really cannot go about choosing one. You might be amazed at just how many different wines there are on the market.Unusual wines come from all around the world, from every continent and from some of the most exotic places. Some of the more unique varities may even be found right in your own backyard. Yes, local growers and even wine merchants and importers can have a brilliant array of world wines, many of which won't conform to the traditional standards to which we are also so accustomed. What Makes an Unusual Wine?Simply put, an unusual wine is a wine that does not fit into the classic...more
There is much misunderstanding about the difference between sparkling wine and champagne. When you taste them, you probably will not notice a great deal of difference and there is a good reason for that. The real truth behind sparkling wine and champagne is that they are basically the same thing. Due to technicalities, though, they get different...more
North American wine is now considered excellent and comparable, if not better, than any wine in the world. This seems oddly so given the fact of prohibition. It takes time to develop a vineyard and wine. How did North American wine survive the plague of prohibition? The year was 1920. A conservative, religious movement had reached full steam. It's...more
Ray and Loretta Falkner, owners of Falkner Winery in Temecula Valley, have announced that they are again doing a weekend Anniversary Party for 3 July to 5 July. The public is invited to join in a fun packed weekend that will have lively Jazz performances, winery tours, huge sales, and other fun events. We will need your help to make room for some new releases, selected wines will be offered for up to 50% off case prices. Selected gift items will also be on sale at up to 30% off. Wine will be raffled off each hour (11am -5pm) with the winner able to purchase the bottle for only $1. As part of this Anniversary occasion, Free Jazz will be performed on both Saturday and Sunday from 12 noon to 4pm. There will be two amazing solo saxophone players: Jason Weber performing on Saturday and Gil Alcantar performing on Sunday on the outside lawn area. Award winning Falkner wines such as their Sauvignon Blanc, Super Tuscan Style Amante, Viognier, Bordeaux Style Meritage, and Syrah will all be displayed at very special sale prices based on availability. As part of the event, the Pinnacle Restaurant will offer a great Anniversary Special for 2 lunch. This special meal provides 2 people a choice...more
Canberra wines and wineries are fast acquiring a name as being some of the best wines across the world. Although, Australian wine production is still a relatively new phenomenon compared to other parts of the world, however the quality of wines is up...more
Short TermStoring wine that you will consume within 4-6 months still requires you to duplicate the same conditions that are required for long term storage. However, in some cases it might just be that storing your wine in a box in a coat closet is a...more
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is one of six Tuscan wines that carry the allegedly top of the line Italian DOCG classification where the G stands for guaranteed. But if your wallet is brimming with cash or you don't mind maxing out your credit cards...more
If you are looking for fine French wine and food, consider the Rhone Valley region of southeastern France. You may find a bargain, and I hope that you'll have fun on this fact-filled wine education tour in which we review one the area's best-known...more
It doesn't matter if you are a wine-tasting neophyte or a veteran at that, what's great with this adventure is celebrating this experience, even though you're just alone or with new friends perhaps. Here are some great tips on how to optimize that...more
Author: Kenneth ElliottSelecting the right wine to serve at a wedding and reception is sometimes a tough job. Do you want American or French? How much do you want to spend? Do you want sparkling wine or a nice red?There are a number of very good,...more