Merlot, which in French means The Little Blackbird, is the second most popular red grape in the world (after Cabernet Sauvignon) and Italy’s 5th most planted, Italian Merlot is an excellent choice for those who want an easy-drinking wine that pairs well with many dishes, it is often recommended as the…
The word “Cheers” is often heard during every gatherings were drinks are involved. The Chinese calls it ‘Gan Bei.’ The Spanish calls it ‘Salud’. The French calls it ‘Sante.’ In the Netherlands they say ‘Proost’, the Czech say ‘na zdravi’, the Italians say ‘Cin Cin’ or ‘Salute’ and the Finnish raise a glass to ‘Kippis’….
Wine Etiquette When you’re not in the privacy of your own home (snorting a bottle of wine down with your favorite coffee mug) you’ll want to employ some wine etiquette. Etiquette is one of those things that, on the surface, seems unnecessary but it is a powerful tool. It is…
Bringing out a bottle of wine to serve a guest makes them feel most welcomed, but pouring the wine into their glasses is another thing entirely, and once you’ve got that part right, your guest will definitely feel like a VIP.. The first things first, opening the wine bottle, this…
Holding a wine glass may seem like a tiny detail… until you’re at a dinner, wine tasting, wedding, or fancy restaurant gripping the bowl like you’re holding a trophy after the World Cup final. The truth is, the way you hold a wine glass quietly says a lot about your…
Wine Pairing is one choice every wine lover must admit, has an huge impact on how best you can enjoy wine, to the extent, wine pairing with your zodiac sign is also considered. Pairing wine with cheese and other foods is a fun concept, but comes with a lot of…
Here, the cardinal rules for matching up wines and food, from dry rosé and cheesy dishes to malbec and sweet-spicy barbecue sauces. Pinot Noir: Is great for dishes with earth flavors. Recipes made with ingredients like mushrooms and truffles taste great with Pinot Noir and Dolcetto, which are light- bodied…
Yes, its very possible for wine to go bad when left exposed to air. Here are some of the reasons our wines goes bad. Why Open Red Wine Goes Bad Oxygen turns red wine into vinegar. Thus the key is to reduce the amount of oxygen touching the surface when…
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