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, terrain, soils, climate, rootstocks and vines, pest management measures and […]
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 type of wine. While there are a number of wines […]
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 can break very easily if the packing is inadequate. Here […]
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 choose from; here are some of the best sparkling wines: […]
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 is, how it’s produced and what its unique attributes are. […]
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 time when considerable amounts of sugar used to be […]
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 wine is typically viewed as very robust and has rich, […]
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 are used to make the wine. White wines are produced […]
In the world of wines, some things are constant. Even today, the critics’ overall opinion (that was established over a century and a half ago) of premium Bordeaux wines remains largely unchanged even today. At a global exhibition held in Paris in 1855, the worlds’ best Bordeaux wines were classified into specific categories such as: […]
There are a number of red wines grown in different regions across the world and each one has its specific characteristics. Before we delve into what these different types of wines are; let’s understand why red wines are red. The colour comes from the assortment of grape varietals ranging from ones that are deep purple, […]