Wine and Spirits Articles

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By MIKE SELVON @ Thursday, 31st July 2008 @ 5:40 AM

Approximately 7 miles south of Cape Cod on the Massachusetts coast sits an island called Marthas Vineyard. Approximately 100 square miles, the island is the largest island in the New England area. The Vineyard is part of the state of Massachusetts and was originally named for the vast grape growing areas on the island in the 1500s. The island has six primary communities, the most prominent of which is Vineyard Haven. The Vineyard is one of New England's most popular tourist attractio... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By MIKE SELVON @ Wednesday, 23rd July 2008 @ 7:56 PM

If you are one of the thousands of people who don't know a lot about wine, then this article is for you. Here, you will learn a little something about food wine and what wines should be pared with what foods. It is impossible to learn everything at once, but this will steer you in the right direction. You no longer have to belong to the uninformed masses. The old rule that white is best with white meats and that red is best with red meats still stands today. Although things are a lit... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By MIKE SELVON @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 9:44 PM

Food and wine have been paired for centuries, most likely because people believe some combinations just taste better when they are together than when served alone. Traditional rules of pairing are not often followed for modern meals, partially because people have found they prefer to rely on their individual tastes to decide which combinations taste the best. Dessert wines, however, are almost always served with fruit or bakery sweets, although they are sometimes enjoyed alone after the ... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By MIKE SELVON @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 4:59 PM

Early Australian wine production dates back to the 1791, when grapes were imported from Europe and wine was shipped back to the United Kingdom. Slowly but surely, Australian vineyards in New South Wales, Tasmania, Western Australia, Victoria and South Australia sprouted up. The industry was furthered by the Land Selection Act, which freed up land that had been locked for gold rush mine development and the removal of trade barriers when the federation was established in 1901. The industry... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Ki Gray @ Friday, 11th July 2008 @ 11:59 PM

Austin is a great restaurant town, and one of the best ways to explore all the different possibilities is to take advantage of the many great happy hours. Some of the city's finest establishments offer drink specials, discounted appetizers, and a great atmosphere to sample their fare without committing to a meal. Here are some of the best happy hour deals out there: Manuel's: With two locations, one downtown, and one in the Arboretum, Manuel's is famous for their high quali... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Pius Victor Ephenus @ Tuesday, 8th July 2008 @ 2:51 PM

If you want to damage your sweet tooth right after every meal, you can opt to enjoy the whole meal and end it with a delectable dessert wine. Dessert wines are wines that are normally served after the meals with the dessert. Although this category of wine can be drink on its own without the sugary desserts. For more tips about dessert wines, below are some facts about these extremely sweet wines: 1. Dessert wines are mainly produced from special fruits that were left to rip... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Steven Beckerman @ Thursday, 3rd July 2008 @ 7:56 PM

There are many things that you might consider getting as a gift for a wine lover. Getting gifts for wine lovers can be easy and it can be the best way that you have of making sure that the wine lover in your life enjoys their life to the fullest. There are several things that will make great gifts for wine lovers. First of all, think about wine itself. Wine can be a fantastic gift because it can allow the wine lover the chance to really be able to enjoy what they do love. You can get the... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Nick Nelson @ Thursday, 3rd July 2008 @ 7:54 PM

You may not have heard of it, but Mudgee in New South Wales, Australia is in the heart of one of the country's premier wine growing regions. The Cudgegong River Valley is a beautiful area that is home to a small town and a lot of vineyards. In fact, with so many wineries, accommodation and transport options, it is a wine lover's dream! Initially settled and populated by German immigrants, Mudgee quickly became a grape growing region with the immigrants bringing their ex... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Pius Victor Ephenus @ Wednesday, 2nd July 2008 @ 12:38 PM

Millions of people all over the world are drinking wine but only few know how to recognize its characteristics. Today, wine tasting parties are organized to bring together all wine lovers and test their expertise firsthand. It takes a lot of experience and exposure before a person can become wine expert. However, becoming one is surprisingly easy. Here are some useful tips on how to become an effective wine taster: 1. Preparing the tongue. Apparently, the tongue plays a major role... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Ann Knapp @ Tuesday, 1st July 2008 @ 8:52 PM

Prohibition marked a unique period in American history. Between 1920 to 1933, the sale, manufacture, and transportation of alcohol for consumption were banned nationally as mandated by the 18th Amendment to the United States Constitution. Temperance movements throughout the U.S. during the 19th century brought about significant pressure on lawmakers and some states had already enacted statewide prohibition prior to the ratification of the 18th Amendment. However, as the Great Depression w... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Steven Beckerman @ Friday, 27th June 2008 @ 2:12 PM

Nothing says elegance more than the gift of wine. If you aren't a connoisseur and don't wish to embarrass yourself by giving the wrong kind of wine, cheer up. There are websites devoted to fine wine that educate you into sophistication. However, a bottle of wine isn't the only thing available in wine gifts. There are glasses, carafes and wonderful wine racks and coolers that make you the star when it comes to appeal of the gift. To create unique gifts, you can spend as litt... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Bercle George @ Friday, 27th June 2008 @ 12:07 PM

Wine consumption has become more and more popular over the years. With more and more money going into wine both as a business investment and for later consumption, the history of the wine will always be in question. With this in mind, lots of individuals usually wonder how they can properly store their wine and take care of it at the same time. How you store your wine is of great importance. If you store it properly it can lead to euphoria, while if you store it wrong it can bring it t... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Pius Victor Ephenus @ Wednesday, 25th June 2008 @ 9:05 PM

People enjoy drinking wine because it is relaxing, a great meal partner, and has healthy effects on the body. Before deciding what type or brand of wine to buy, there are some things that you need to know. Always make sure that you are buying the best bottle. Here are some things that you should check before purchasing a bottle of wine. Quality Most wines on the market right now are made for mass consumption, therefore making it more acceptable to general taste. When you are out... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Robert Williams @ Friday, 20th June 2008 @ 7:09 PM

You'll learn about and come to appreciate wine and the craft of winemaking. Learning how to taste wine engages several senses at once; sight, taste and smell beginning with these senses and expanding your knowledge and appreciation outward from these will have you tasting wine like a professional very quickly. There are countless unique scents to be detected in wine, but taste is limited to just four elements (sweet, sour, salty and bitter). The senses of smell and taste work in con... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Pius Victor Ephenus @ Friday, 20th June 2008 @ 4:15 PM

Normally when you think of wine the image of toasting in celebrations, or fine dining comes to mind. After all, wine has been known to be present in many festive occasions. Also, they are a famous companion to some of the world's most sumptuous culinary delights! But now you can add another entry to the list of associations you have that goes with wine: that of a healthier, and more sound body. This is due to the fact that there have been many medical findings that claim wine is bene... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Pius Victor Ephenus @ Saturday, 14th June 2008 @ 9:46 PM

Wine drinking is one of the best ways to enjoy oneself or to have a chat with friends. If you want to enjoy wine outside, there are outside wine bars that will surely suit you. However, as a customer you should know that there are some things to consider before going into a wine bar. Aside from enjoying a good bottle of wine, here are some other things that you should consider in a wine bar. Check the wine list This is the first thing that you should check. The best wine bar does n... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Pius Victor Ephenus @ Thursday, 12th June 2008 @ 4:30 AM

Wine never fails to make any occasion special. Whether it be a large wedding banquet or a simple dinner for two, the celebratory ambience is never complete without using the corkscrew to unveil the luscious liquid. Unfortunately, the high esteem for wine distances it to the greater majority who are yet to be converted to its wondrous pleasures. Nevertheless, like most of lifes joys, it is never too late to introduce yourself to the delightful bliss that wine has to offer. It is best to s... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Brue Baker @ Wednesday, 11th June 2008 @ 5:31 AM

As people are discovering the health benefits of drinking wine, such as reduced cholesterol and anti-aging benefits, more and more people are bringing wine bottles into their homes. And they are not just buying one wine bottle at a time, some people stock up and buy many bottles of wine. As this happens, people begin to look for ways to make the wine fit in nicely with their interior decor. The result has been the search for the perfect wine bottle rack, placed thoughtfully within your ... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Robert Williams @ Wednesday, 11th June 2008 @ 4:08 AM

When you think about weddings, more than likely you think about touching toasts at the wedding and tasty Champagnes that are so often a part of weddings. However, you may be wondering what type of Champagne you should serve on your wedding day. After all, it is your big day and doing it up right is the way you surely want to go. You can definitely select wines to compliment the occasion on just about any budget. You may also be wondering what wines will be a great choice for your big day... more...

Food and Drink » Wine and Spirits | By Corbin Newlyn @ Thursday, 5th June 2008 @ 5:28 AM

Experiencing Napa Valley wine tasting tour's is one of our nation's greatest wine experiences. Napa Valley wine tasting tour can be customized for each individual. Napa Valley is a region that is a part of the well-known Northern California wine country. Napa Valley wine tasting tours are a aromatic, visual as well as gastronomic feast for each person senses. Because of the significant elements in winemaking, this particular region has excellent soil, weather, grapes and vinific... more...