Fruit is common at wine tastings and on cheese boards, but they are usually the only bits of sweet on a sea of savory, even when served with sweeter wines. But just like there are sweet wines, there … [Read more...]
The Late Summer Flavors
The blazing heat that is ever present in the middle of summer is slowly loosening its grip to make way for calm and sweet autumn. It makes sense that tastes for wine will change according to the … [Read more...]
Make A Cheese Platter
Having some guests over and wanting to serve some wine with a cheese platter is actually a bit of a task. A typical cheese platter has a combination of cheeses, fruit and crackers on it and all are … [Read more...]
Mango and Wine
Some fruits just seem obvious to pair with wine, but other combinations are a far stretch of the mind. While apples and grapes are pretty standard, tropical fruits for though are not … [Read more...]
Rieslings
A lot of people can be a bit put off by Rieslings because of their reputation for being very cheap and sweet. But while they can be very sweet, Riesling can also be made dry. But the … [Read more...]
Wine Lovers Enjoy Sauvignon Blanc From New Zealand
While the Sauvignon blanc grape may originally be from the Southwest of France currently some of the most popular vineyards producing wine from these grapes are actually on a whole other continent. … [Read more...]
New Way To Have Chocolate & Wine
Everyone knows that wine and chocolate go hand and hand to perfectly compliment each other. Now for those who are looking for a new way to indulge their sweet tooth all while enjoying the excellent … [Read more...]
Paring Wine With Asparagus
There are just some foods that pare so well with wine it is hard to imagine serving them without a glass of red or white wine to accent its flavor. There is just nothing quite like cheese boards full … [Read more...]
Preparing Cheese For A Wine Party
Preparing for a wine and cheese party can seem like a daunting task to some potential hosts, but with the right tools and ingredients it is actually one of the most simple gatherings to have. Once you … [Read more...]
Will The UK Be The Next Wine Hot Spot?
While wine is a popular drink in the UK, the climate in the country is not especially good for growing the grapes needed to make wine. While currently in the south there are some successful vineyards … [Read more...]