The Glossary of Wine Terms
Acetic; This is what happens when the wine is exposed to air. It develops a vinegary taste or smell.
Acidity; All wines contain some level of acid. The acid level needs to be in a proper balance with the other components and fruits in the wine so that you should be able to taste the crispiness and liveliness of the wine. This acidity is also vital in the aging process of the wine.
Aftertaste; This is the impression of flavor that you will get once you have swallowed the wine. It is also called the “finish” of a wine.
Aroma;… Continue reading
Acidity; All wines contain some level of acid. The acid level needs to be in a proper balance with the other components and fruits in the wine so that you should be able to taste the crispiness and liveliness of the wine. This acidity is also vital in the aging process of the wine.
Aftertaste; This is the impression of flavor that you will get once you have swallowed the wine. It is also called the “finish” of a wine.
Aroma;… Continue reading
How Glass Shape Affects The Flavor of Drink
You might wonder why there are so many different shapes and sizes of glasses on the market today. Not many people think that a drink can’t be changed very much by what it is drunk from? Well you might be interested to learn that they definitely can, and here is an explanation why.
Whisky Glasses. There is a very good reason why people consume whisky from large-diameter glasses rather than the tall thin variety. Because whisky is often consumed ‘straight’ and not diluted with a mixer (although it can be), the volume of a serving is often quite small.… Continue reading
Wine Gift Baskets – Ideal For Any Gift Giving Occasion
Wine gift baskets have become more popular in recent years. Wine itself is a classy gift. A wine basket can be an elegant way to express congratulations, gratitude, or just friendship. Both men and women appreciate the gift of wine, however, women usually appreciate the accessories included in the basket more than the actual wine itself. Wine baskets can be given for any occasion. However, the most popular occasions are birthdays, anniversaries and weddings.
The most important choice in a wine basket is the wine itself. Wine comes in two varieties – red and white. Red wine is made from… Continue reading
Three Common Myths About Wine Drinking
When it comes to drinking wine, some of us can lose some of the pleasure involved by getting caught up in the sometimes conflicting opinions of experts telling us what we should and shouldn’t be drinking.
However drinking wine should be a pleasurable pastime and here are just three myths that the experts are telling wine drinkers to ignore:
All the good wines have to be expensive
This is not always the case and with all the different regions and varieties of wine available nowadays you are bound to find a wine that you really like at many different price… Continue reading
Wine Trivia
There are several myths that make good wine trivia. These myths and truths are a great way to quiz your wine loving friends and give them and yourself and education at the same time. Here are the top ten wine myths revealed.
1. Aged Wine is Better than Young Wine
Not all wines require aging. In fact, many wines are intended to be drunk young and they do not require aging. Typically, red wines that have high tannins are the only wines that require aging. There are also some white wines that will benefit from aging, such as Rieslings, but… Continue reading
1. Aged Wine is Better than Young Wine
Not all wines require aging. In fact, many wines are intended to be drunk young and they do not require aging. Typically, red wines that have high tannins are the only wines that require aging. There are also some white wines that will benefit from aging, such as Rieslings, but… Continue reading
