There is nothing complex about basic wine storage and you only need to keep in mind that the place you store your wine bottles has the right temperature and levels of humidity. The area should be free of direct sunlight and vibrations as well. If...
With the holiday season right around the corner, you are likely looking for some interesting and unique presents to gift friends and family. And if you want to gift something special to a wine connoisseur, Penfolds vintage wines are one of the best gifts you...
The vineyard is the key determinant in the end product wine for every single vintage. Vineyards are where the early grape life starts and thrives and all wines are essentially birthed on vines. The different factors that come into play here are the vineyard's location,...
The summer months are here and among other things, they mean cookouts and picnics with platters of grilled meats, veggies, and other treats. If you are a wine lover you also want to make sure that you are pairing all these foods with the right...
If you are moving to a new home and need to transport wine or any other liquor bottles, you need to ensure they are packed properly, so that the stock stays intact. While this might seem like a simple thing to do, your wine bottles...
When it comes to celebrations, popping open a bottle of bubbly is the way to go; whether you are ringing in the New Year, hosting a birthday party or simply relaxing in the company of friends, there are a number of different sparkling wines to...
While wine lovers may be familiar with what Ice Wines are, if you have just developed a taste for wines, you may not be aware of what these are or how they are made. In this article we take a look at what Ice Wine...
If you are a wine lover, you must have heard of Brut Champagne; but is there any difference between regular champagne and this? Brut Champagne is very dry to the taste, and has low levels of sugar. However, this wasn't always the case. There was a...
Cabernet Sauvignon is undoubtedly the monarch of the red wine grape world; its regional and historical roots are firmly entrenched in Bordeaux, France. These grapes thrive in regions that have an abundance of sunshine, enjoy a warm climate and a range of soil conditions. This...
White wines aren't really true "white" in the glass; instead they could have a number of different hues ranging from light straw to deep golden yellow to green tints. The colour aspects of a white wine are derived from the grape blends or varietals that...