Cabernet Sauvignon, with apologies to Pinot Noir, is arguably the world’s most distinguished red wine grape. It’s the principal red grape of Bordeaux and the sine qua non of the extravagant new SuperTuscans. It’s what Spanish winemakers add to Tempranillo to bring it up to snuff. And in California… Cabernet is king!

If you are thinking of entertaining in your home, having dinner parties, or you just want to have a bit of knowledge for that next romantic dinner here are some descriptions for you of different classifications of wine and why they are named the way they are.

One of the best ways to get access to great, and sometimes less accessible, wines is to join a wine club. These clubs are free to join and can result in you enjoying a greater variety of wines. Whether retailer operated, or direct through the winery, wine clubs will enhance your wine drinking pleasure.

There is something really special about visiting Trefethen Family Vineyards in the Oak Knoll District of the Napa Valley. This great property was originally started by a Scottish Sea Captain McIntyre in 1886. From history, great people and to the great wines, this is a great winery to visit.

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If you are making your own homemade wines, it only makes perfect sense to make your own homemade labels. Making your own labels is the only way for you to know the homemade wines contents, age and characteristics. Having clear and consise homemade labels will make it easier when you are looking for a specific wine for it's flavor or character without trying to remember the specifics of each batch.

The right combination between food and wine is a source of ultimate bliss for every connoisseur. Both wine and food can benefit from the right pairing.

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Cabernet Sauvignon, with apologies to Pinot Noir, is arguably the world’s most distinguished red wine grape. It’s the principal red grape of Bordeaux and the sine qua non of the extravagant new SuperTuscans. It’s what Spanish winemakers add to Tempranillo to bring it up to snuff. And in California… Cabernet is king!

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A description of Vouvray in the Loire Valley and its magnificent selection of fine undervalued wines

For many people, although appreciating wine at home is a favorite pastime, it's just not enough. More and more wine lovers are visiting wineries, seeing how it is produced, and enjoying a new experience. Forbes Magazine wrote about some wineries that are off the beaten path.

Beer has been in our midst for as long as anyone can remember it is one of the most common alcohol beverage to be consumed in the world. But its worth a thought as to how beer is actually made.

Self-described "wine geek" Ross Lambert begins a series about the origins and present state of the Washington State wine industry.

Public interest in Pinot Noir has exploded since the movie Sideways. A groundswell of interest within the wine industry anticipated the public preoccupation with this varietal at least a decade ago and California wineries have taken bold steps to raise the bar on the quality of New World Pinot Noir wines.

Which comes first – the food or the wine? Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®, suggests the following tips to simply your wine and food pairing decisions to create the perfect match for your next meal.

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Learning about wine should be simple, without attitude and above all else, lot of fun! Here are 5 secrets to ordering a great bottle of wine every time!

I love French wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of France’s eleven wine regions. This article explores the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southeastern France and reviews a red Syrah wine. Was it a bargain? I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine.

Do you aspire to be a wine expert? Here is the story of wine. Once you know your wine, you'll also learn how to choose the best wine for your food.

I love German wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Germany's thirteen wine regions. This article records the results of tasting a red Dornfelder wine from the central western region of the Mosel River Valley both on its own and with food. Was it a bargain?

Most people visit Egypt to see the pyramids. There are also many other places of interest that would make an Egypt tour more complete, and these include visiting Alexandria, Memphis and Sakara, Luxor, Aswan and Abu Simbel. The more adventurous would find sailing up the Nile on a rented Falouka quite an adventure. Discover what lies beyond the Pyramids.

I love French wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of France's eleven wine regions. This article explores the Languedoc-Roussillon region of south central France and reviews a white Viognier wine. Was it a bargain? I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine.

In terms of wine tasting, there are a number of rules to consider in order to get the most out of the experience.

Are you looking to make that memorable toast at your next big event? It’s been said that giving a great toast is a dying art. In this article, Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®, provides helpful tips to create and deliver a memorable toast.

You do not have to spend a fortune or spend hours reading labels to make good wine selections for your dinner guests. Here is a concise wine guide for beginners.

I love French wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of France's eleven wine regions. This article explores the Languedoc-Roussillon region of south central France and reviews a red Pinot Noir wine. Was it a bargain? I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine.

"A man is only as good as his tools" is a phrase I'm sure you've heard before and it applies to bartending as much as anything else.

More and more studies are showing that you should not stop having wine at dinner when dieting, because there are too many significant long-term health benefits and they outweigh the mere calorie intake. In fact, wine might even be considered the new health drink.

One of the premiere wine regions of California is the Sonoma Valley which offers wine every bit as good as nearby Napa Valley, but still retains a small-town character with more family-run wineries than huge conglomerates.

I love German wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Germany's thirteen wine regions. This article records the results of tasting a Liebfraumilch wine from the southwestern region of Rheinhessen, both on its own and with food. Was it a bargain?

In this article we will discuss basic knowledge about wine. We will look at the history of wine, the types of wine and why people enjoy it. After all, it is only with a strong foundation that we can build the grandest of houses.

You have the perfect meal planned. Don't ruin it by serving the wrong wine. The wine that accompanies a meal needs to be carefully chosen using the principles of the culinary arts, lest its taste clash with that of the food.

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The holidays are almost upon us, and that means 'tis the season' for parties with co-workers, dinners with families, get-togethers with close friends and quiet nights by the fireside with loved ones.

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France has an ideal climate for producing wine, couple that with perfect soil conditions and availability of water and you have the best location in the world for wine production.

Learn the right kinds of wines to use with each type of food.

Ever wonder what cheeses taste good with what wines? Find out and stop wondering.

The wineries and historic towns of Sonoma County are ideal for a backroads adventure on your next California vacation.

With all the wines out there to choose from, how do we know which one we would like? Start by understanding the different categories and characteristics of wine.

There are some rules that do need to be taken into consideration, such as red wines going with beef, and white wines going with fish, chicken, and seafood. Just make sure you choose the best wine you can afford, mainly because they are usually higher quality and provide much more variety when it comes to aroma and flavor.

A honeymoon is the traditional post-marriage trip taken by newlyweds to celebrate their marriage and ease away the stress that can accumulate in the months before the ceremony. Most often taken in exotic, secluded and out-of-the-way locations, what better place to take a honeymoon than in the therapeutic waters and lush islands of the Caribbean?