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    Why Do We Say Cheers Before Drinking? The Real Story

    There are things we do with wine that nobody seems to question. Someone raises a glass, everybody else immediately raises theirs. Someone says, “Cheers!” We clink, We drink, Life continues. Nobody asks why. Which is strange when you think about it. Why do I need to knock my glass against…

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    How To

    How to Pour Wine: Wine Serving Tips

    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…

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    THE BEST WINE TO DRINK ON A PLANE AND HOW BEST TO ENJOY THEM

    Nothing signals the start of vacation (or reduces the pangs of flier’s anxiety) like that first in-flight drink. Sitting back, relaxing, and sipping on the drink of your choice is a surefire way to get you into that vacation mentality. But on your last vacation, you may have noticed that your favorite drinks…

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    Wine Facts

    Euganean Hills Fun Facts: Poets, Spas and a Stuffed Cat

    Most hills are happy just being pretty. The Euganean Hills, a short drive south of Padova, also hosted a Roman oracle, two famous English poets and a legendary stuffed cat. They helped build Venice too. So here are the Euganean Hills fun facts that don’t fit in a wine guide,…

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    Wine Pairing

    WINE AND FOOD PAIRINGS

    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…

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    Wine Pairing

    15 Rules for Great Wine and Food Pairings

    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…

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    Wine Talks

    Why Wine goes bad

    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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    Wine Facts

    How long does wine last after it’s opened?

    Q: How long does wine last after it’s opened? And… does wine go bad? A: It depends on the type of wine and how well the wine is stored. Fortified wines can last open for up to a month, but most table wines last only about 3–5 days before spoiling….

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Kelly Chidi-Ogbonna

Wine has always fascinated me — not just the taste, but the stories, culture, and moments surrounding it. Through Kelly’s Wine, I share wine travel, food pairings, discoveries, and relaxed lifestyle experiences in a way that feels real and approachable.
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