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Wine Tasting 101 - What the Heck Does Oaky Mean?
By Jenn De Jong · 16 years ago
The
use of oak in wine plays a significant role in winemaking and can
have a profound effect on the resulting wine, impacting the color,
flavor, tannin profile and texture of the wine. Oak can ...
Understanding Bordeaux
By Jennifer De Jong · 16 years ago
The wine of Bordeaux is often thought of as the pinnacle of perfection for many wine lovers and wine experts across the world. A prized bottle of 1990 Chateau Petrus will go for about $2500, ...
Champagne and Sparkling Wine - How to Serve and Store
By Jennifer De Jong · 16 years ago
With your first big dinner party of the year coming up, you probably have some questions about bubbly. Learn some quick tips and tricks and you will realize that champagne is not just for New ...
Wine Tasting 101 - Understanding Aromas and Flavors
By Jennifer De Jong · 16 years ago
One thing that can be the most intimidating about being around experienced wine drinkers is when they start talking about the flavors and aromas they are experiencing as they swirl, sniff, and drink their wine. ...
Wine 101 - Quick Terms To Help You Enhance Your Wine Tasting Enjoyment
By Jennifer De Jong · 16 years ago
Wine is a wonderful beverage with many different facets. Some people only drink wine on special occasions, but if you are like me you enjoy trying as many new wines as possible as often as ...