Great Fine Wine » Food And Wine http://greatfinewine.com Burgundy for kings, champagne for duchesses, claret for gentlemen - French Proverb Fri, 18 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Elvis Costello & The Blue Beguilers To Perform At The Food & Wine Classic In Aspen, June 16th http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/elvis-costello-blue-beguilers-perform-food-wine-classic-aspen-june-16th/ http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/elvis-costello-blue-beguilers-perform-food-wine-classic-aspen-june-16th/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:00:09 +0000 Vinny http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/elvis-costello-blue-beguilers-perform-food-wine-classic-aspen-june-16th/

ASPEN, Colo. & NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–

FOOD & WINE will toast the 30th anniversary of its sold-out FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen with a benefit concert and party at the Benedict Music Tent in Aspen, Colorado. Elvis Costello & The Blue Beguilers will headline the evening at the FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen 30th Anniversary Party & Concert. Food will be served by acclaimed chefs Jos Andrs, Mario Batali and Michel Nischan.

The event, which will be sponsored by Belvedere Vodka, Gallo Signature Series, Lexus, FIJI Water, and Stella Artois, will support FOOD & WINEs Chefs Make Change charitable initiative, with a portion of the ticket proceeds benefiting each of the chefs designated charities. Guests will also have the opportunity to make donations of their own throughout the night.

Tickets are $350 and will go on sale Friday, April 27 at 10 am MT at foodandwine.com/classic[1] or 877.900.WINE. A ticket will include dinner on the lawn at the Benedict Music Tent with food prepared by Andrs, Batali and Nischan, followed by a concert with Elvis Costello & The Blue Beguilers. This new event is open to Classic passholders and the Aspen community, celebrating our long-standing partnership with the City of Aspen.

We couldnt imagine a better way to toast this milestone year than with this outstanding gathering of masters musical legend Elvis Costello along with Mario Batali, Jos Andrs and Michel Nischan, says VP Publisher Christina Grdovic. We get to throw this huge celebration party and support our favorite chefs charities in one night.

The menu will include a range of flavors from these star chefs. Batali will serve food from Eataly, cooking in a Chicago Brick Oven; Andrs will cook foods from his native Spain; and Nishan will be featuring foods with local, fresh flavors. Guests will taste wines by Gallo Signature Series, cocktails featuring Belvederes new Lemon Tea, and four Belgian beers from Stella Artois.

Elvis Costello & The Blue Beguilers are a special one-time line-up for this event and consist of Elvis Costello, Imposters band members Pete Thomas (drums) and Davey Faragher (bass), and the addition of Costellos long time musician friend John McFee. McFee (of the Doobie Brothers) played on the original “My Aim is True” album for Elvis Costello as a member of Clover, as well as live and on a number of other Costello albums since then.

The evening will start at 6:30 pm. Doors will open for the performance at 8:30pm. Costellos concert, a first during the FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen, comes on the heels of his Spinning Songbook Tour.

About FOOD & WINE

FOOD & WINE is the modern, stylish, trend-spotting, talent-seeking epicurean brand. Created by American Express Publishing, the luxury-lifestyle authority, FOOD & WINE includes a monthly magazine with a circulation of 925,000, a books division and the website foodandwine.com[2], with updates on Twitter (@fandw) and Facebook.

About the FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen

The FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen is the epicurean brands signature event, bringing together the worlds foremost authorities on wine and food at over 80 cooking demonstrations and wine seminars throughout the weekend. In addition, over 300 wines and luxury lifestyle brands gather together in the Grand Tasting Pavilion, the epicenter of the event, to feature and sample their newest products. Simultaneously, American Express will host its 23rd annual Restaurant Trade Program, a unique educational and networking event developed for the professionals who shape the world of hospitality. Designed to offer the tools and best practices that attendees need to stay ahead in todays competitive marketplace, the American Express Restaurant Trade Program features a welcome reception, two exclusive opportunities to mix and mingle with fellow Trade attendees, and four panel discussions with leading restaurateurs, chefs and operators. Planning over a year in advance, FOOD & WINE identifies the hottest culinary talent and trends and uses its industry connections to bring an all-star line-up and program to the FOOD & WINE Classic every year. 2012 sponsors include: All-Clad, AT&T, Belvedere Vodka, FIJI Water, Godiva, Hellmans, KitchenAid, Patron, Lexus, Lot18, QVC, Stella Artois, Sur La Table and Wines from Spain.

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]]> http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/elvis-costello-blue-beguilers-perform-food-wine-classic-aspen-june-16th/feed/ 0 The St. Regis Aspen Resort Brings Food & Wine Best New Chefs Together In One Kitchen With The Debut Of Chefs Club By … http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/st-regis-aspen-resort-brings-food-wine-chefs-kitchen-debut-chefs-club/ http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/st-regis-aspen-resort-brings-food-wine-chefs-kitchen-debut-chefs-club/#comments Sun, 22 Apr 2012 09:00:25 +0000 Vinny http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/st-regis-aspen-resort-brings-food-wine-chefs-kitchen-debut-chefs-club/

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–

The St. Regis Aspen Resort today announces an exclusive partnership and licensing agreement with FOOD & WINE to debut Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE, an innovative new restaurant concept that will bring FOOD & WINE brand to life through their signature Best New Chefs Awards platform, which honors the countrys most promising up-and-coming chefs. Pioneered by OptAsia Capital, Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT[1] – News[2]) and FOOD & WINE, Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE is scheduled to open in June 2012 in conjunction with the annual FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen and will mark the completion of the $40 million redesign of The St. Regis Aspen Resort, destined to set new standards in five-star luxury, service and culinary excellence in Aspen.

The introduction of Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE is a pivotal moment in the history of our signature Best New Chefs platform. In collaboration with St. Regis, for the first time we are making the cuisine of our talented chefs accessible in one magnificent location, FOOD & WINE Vice President and Publisher Christina Grdovic explained. We couldnt be more pleased about the timing of our restaurant opening coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen because it adds another exciting layer to our offerings for passionate epicurean travelers.

Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE will select a group of FOOD & WINEs Best New Chefs to curate a unique menu of seasonally-inspired, American Regional cuisine for The St. Regis Aspen Resort. George Mendes (2011) of Aldea, New York, NY, James Lewis (2011) of Bettola, Birmingham, Alabama, Alex Seidel (2010) of Fruition, Denver, Colorado and Sue Zemanick (2008) of Gautreau’s, New Orleans, Louisiana, have been chosen to inaugurate the menu, which will rotate bi-annually. These chefs will be in attendance at the 2012 FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen.

St. Regis commitment to bespoke service and unrivaled luxury combined with FOOD & WINEs expertise and passion for culinary arts is sure to be a winning recipe for Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE at The St. Regis Aspen Resort, said Carlos Becil, Vice President, Starwoods Luxury & Design Brands, North America. As one of the worlds most affluent resort destinations, Aspen has become a must on todays New Grand Tour and St. Regis is inimitably positioned to cater to the needs of these global travelers.

The next group of Best New Chefs, including recipients of the recently announced Best New Chef class of 2012, will be announced later this year to curate the Fall/Winter menu, which will launch in November 2012. Throughout the year, chefs will make appearances at the resort to showcase the concept to guests, residents and the local community.

Additionally, FOOD & WINE editors will create custom wine and cocktail lists to coincide with the seasonally rotating menu. Executive Wine Editor Ray Isle will pair wines with the Best New Chef dishes and Jim Meehan, one of the nations top mixologists, FOOD & WINE Contributing Editor and Deputy Editor FOOD & WINE Cocktails, will craft an original selection of cocktails.

Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE will be a cornerstone to the comprehensive redesign of The St. Regis Aspen Resort by award-winning designer Lauren Rotett, reinforcing the hotels style, innovation and position on the new global Grand Tour itinerary a tradition beginning in the early 19th century when each generation of affluence travelled through Europe to collect experiences and cultivate culture. Subsequently, todays elite communities travel to Old World cities including London, Rome and New York in addition to new world hotspots as diverse as Aspen, Shenzhen, New Delhi and Abu Dhabi. The redesign of The St. Regis Aspen Resort illustrates John Jacob Astor IVs vision to create the finest hotel in the world with the most exquisite culinary offerings.

Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE at The St Regis Aspen Resort will be open for lunch and dinner seven days a week and will feature an open kitchen and a chefs table along with several private dining areas. The art displayed in Chefs Club by FOOD & WINE will also be curated seasonally by local artists.

For more information about The St. Regis Aspen Resort, please visit www.stregis.com/aspen[3]. For more information about FOOD & WINE, please visit www.foodandwine.com[4].

About St. Regis Hotels & Resorts

Combining classic sophistication and modern luxury, the St. Regis brand remains faithful to its commitment to excellence. Founded by John Jacob Astor IV, with the opening of the first St. Regis Hotel in New York City over a century ago, the St. Regis brand of hotels and residences is known for its unique luxury dimension, customized service and refined elegance in the best destinations worldwide. Plans for the brand to globally continue its legacy include long-awaited St. Regis hotels and resorts in Buenos Aires and the Riviera Maya. In Asia, St. Regis has also announced plans to open hotels in Changsha, Chengdu, Kuala Lumpur, Lijiang, New Delhi and Zhuhai. In Europe, Africa and the Middle East, the St. Regis brand will continue to expand in Abu Dhabi, Amman, Cairo, Doha and Mauritius. The distinctive trait of the St. Regis experience is customized service and attention to detail through signature St. Regis Butler Service, coveted locations and luxurious design. For more information on St. Regis Hotels & Resorts, please visit www.stregis.com[5] and for the privilege of residential ownership, please visit www.stregis.com/residences[6].

About OptAsia Capital

OptAsia Capital is an Asian based dedicated investment bank specializing in transactions focused on the real estate and hospitality sectors. OptAsia actively manages its clients investments (discretionary and non-discretionary) by tailoring innovative concepts and asset management solutions designed to extract the maximum value potential out of particular situations.

About FOOD & WINE

FOOD & WINE is the modern, stylish, trend-spotting, talent-seeking epicurean brand. Created by American Express Publishing, the luxury-lifestyle authority, FOOD & WINE includes a monthly magazine with a circulation of 925,000, digital editions of e-readers and tablets, a books division and the website foodandwine.com, with updates on Twitter (@fandw) and Facebook.

About FOOD & WINE Best New Chefs

Every year since 1988, FOOD & WINE has awarded its highest honor, the Best New Chef title, to the countrys most promising up-and-coming talents innovative chefs with a distinctive vision creating exceptionally delicious food. Only chefs who have run their own kitchen for five years or fewer are eligible. Among the superstars honored: Thomas Keller (88), Nobu Matsuhisa (89), Tom Colicchio (91), David Chang (06), Roy Choi (10) and Stephanie Izard (11).

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]]> http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/st-regis-aspen-resort-brings-food-wine-chefs-kitchen-debut-chefs-club/feed/ 0 How to Start Collecting Wine http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/how-to-start-collecting-wine/ http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/how-to-start-collecting-wine/#comments Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:32:51 +0000 Vinny http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-beverage/how-to-start-collecting-wine/
Wine collecting can be fun and exciting especially when you travel searching for the wine of you choice. If you are planning to collect wines, you may need to spend more money on wines that have high category brands and those that are vintage. Here are some tips to help you in collecting wines.

1.    You may start finding a storage place for your wine collections. You may create a place for cooling and storing at home for all the wines you collect.

2.    You should determine what type and brands you would like to collect. You may have the option of buying only the red or white wines. You should have a plan on where you want to start buying wines with good refinery and quality.

3.    You may participate in trade shows where there are wine exhibits. This is a chance for you to get to know the members of the wine clubs and get to know the local wine traders.

4.    You should educate yourself on wines. You may purchase wine magazines and wine newsletters for more information about wines. They will also be able to provide you tips about buying, storing and cooling wines.

5.    You may purchase magnums for wine storage. It will make the wine more processed because of the small cork that covers the entire hole of the bottle. It protects the content from air and sunlight as well.

6.    You may consider purchasing “wine futures”. This can assure you of acquiring the best international wines.

7.    You may try tasting varieties of wines to prepare them for storage. You can identify which wine needs more aging. You may learn more about wine when you master the art of tasting and distinguishing which wine is the best.

8.    Learn how to identify flavor quality. There is a difference between the vintage wines and the instantly processed wines.

9.    Before purchasing wine in bulk, make sure that you are sure about what kinds of wines you would like to collect.

10.    You should also let the wine traders know that you are a wine enthusiast. They can let you know if the wines you collect are available in their stores. You could even ask for their contact numbers with advice on what wine you should get if you travel to a particular place.

Collecting wine doesn’t just provide leisure and fun. It may also be considered as a gateway to starting up your own business. You may attend local wine festivals and tasting events to discover new brands of wines and locally made ones that could have high potential in the market.



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]]> http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/how-to-start-collecting-wine/feed/ 0 Oh the Joy of Sparkling Wines http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/oh-the-joy-of-sparkling-wines/ http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/oh-the-joy-of-sparkling-wines/#comments Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:14:50 +0000 Vinny http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-beverage/oh-the-joy-of-sparkling-wines/
Sparkling wine is called sparkling because of those sweet, delightful little effervescence bubbles which are created by trapping carbon dioxide. Sparkling wine is usually the preferred one for special occasions and celebrations. This is probably attributed to the fact that those tiny little bubbles appear to be having their own fun dancing merrily around in your fluted glass. It is difficult to describe the flavor and texture to someone who has never had the pleasure of tasting and feeling it as it is a complete and delightful amazing mystery to most.

When you first open a bottle, the carbon dioxide aroma instantly fills the air is an experience that you have to both smell and see to believe. Sparkling wine is a true feast for all of your senses, and can instantly make any occasion a special celebration. Drinking it is pleasurable which brings several different nutty flavors to your taste buds. Similar to the beauty and elegance of the finest diamonds, it emits a truly splendid aura and romance that makes it immediately distinguishable.

Champagne is indeed a sparkling wine made from the highest quality of grapes, using the highest quality of processing method created hundreds of years ago. Sparkling wines that are labeled champagne can only come from Champagne a small region in northern France. There is a definite and distinct difference between many sparkling wines and champagne because of both the quality and the processing method used to make champagne is extremely complicated. Today there are many wonderful and nice tasting sparkling wines made by several different reputable wineries from quality grapes using the traditional, champagne-like method.

However, there are some also a wide variety of sparkling wines that are made from poor quality grapes and fermented though quick, bulk processing methods and distributed around the world for quick profits. They tend to be sweeter with additional sugars added in to offset the poor quality in grapes and processing. They are pretty easy to spot as they usually are sold at a much lesser price. They do not reflect the original quality because they are not made using the classic champagne-making process. Some people have commented that champagne gives them headaches; but this could be caused by drinking a cheap bottle of sparkling wine that has been made with poor processing standards.

Sparkling wine was first discovered in France by Dom Perignon, who was a monk in the Champagne region. There are many variations of this story, but it appears true that he actually stumbled upon champagne while performing his duties in the Benedictine Abbey. Initially Dom Perignon’s sparkling wine wasn’t popular at first, but it grew to become very popular over the years and today has grown into a multi-billion dollar business. Dom eventually became the chief wine-maker at the abbey and over the many years, perfected the champagne fermenting process until his death in 1715. Once the French people and others tried this amazing sparkling wine, they became immediate and lasting fans. From then on, it didn’t take long for Dom Perignon to become an important legend to come from the rich and cherished wine-making history of France.

The formula and techniques that Dom used to produce sparkling wine eventually become known as the traditional way of making Champagne, called (Methode Champenoise) which includes a second in-bottle fermentation process. The process is still used throughout the world today, producing some of the best sparkling wines. Even though they may be made in various locations, many are in agreement that the best place remains the Champagne region of France, the original birthplace and the first beginning and introduction to the world. There are many, fabulous sparkling wines that come from this region at surprisingly affordable prices. If you have never tasted a sparkling wine or have never experienced one that you enjoy, try a higher quality or even sample the original Dom Perignon. Buy to a higher standard at a price that you can afford, as the quality varies greatly.

These days, bubbly wine is an essential ingredient for celebrations and events. With most celebrations it is the only one of choice for special occasions. There are many wineries that can manufacture high quality sparkling wines, although many prefer the original and still the best, Dom Perignon. No matter what the future of wine will be sparkling wines will always be a popular choice. It remains the wine that marks celebrations, and helps memorable events come to life. From its truly unique and breathtaking taste to its amazing look and splendid aroma, sparkling wine has the appeal and the flavor to keep people celebrating and enjoying life today and for future generations.



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You can easily detect a genuine wine expert by the way he handles the wine in terms of smelling and tasting it and not merely just drinking the wine. Anybody can drink wine but it takes a lot of experience to taste wine.

Wines have become a staple feature of every household during meal times, particularly when they are eating red meat. Red meats like pork or beef roasts are best with red wines. On the other hand, white meats like fish and chicken are better with white whine.

There are a thousand and one varieties, or type of wines depending on the vineyard where they were grown as well as the type of grapes they are made of. It takes experience and a real romance with wine to be able to distinguish its characteristics just by smelling and tasting. 

Basically, wines that have been stored properly should taste smooth. Wines that taste off or stale are either not of good quality or they were stored improperly and their corks tainted.

So how should you taste wine? Wines should be tasted by swishing the wine in your mouth, allowing your taste buds to perceive the flavor and taste of the wine. While the act of tasting makes uses of your tongue, a person’s sense of smell actually does most of the detection. Both a person’s sense of taste and sense of smell should be used when tasting wines.

While the two senses are indeed very important tools in determining a wine’s quality, the physical appearance of the wine is equally important. You can get a better look at a wine’s appearance and color by pouring them in a clear glass and look through it using a white table cloth or other white background.

If wines are generally red or white, then why do we have to study their colors? White wines are actually not perfectly white because their color ranges from yellow to brown and green. White wines with darker colors have more flavor and are older. While aging improves the flavor of red wines, this doesn’t hold true for white wines which may go bad with time. Red wines that are lighter in color are older. You will be able to examine a red wine’s age by tilting a glass with red wine, allowing some to settle on the glass rim, and examining its color. When the color of the wine that settles on the glass rim is brownish, then it has been aged.

Wine experts also swirl the wine to observe how it moves in the glass. A wine that swirls nicely wine may mean it has a higher sweetness and alcohol content.

While the taste of wine is generally subjective as it depends on a persons taste and preferences, wine connoisseurs follow specific guidelines in wine tasting. Being able to taste and smell wine the right way can certainly to the pleasure of drinking them.



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I have a delicious blush wine made from Muscadine grapes that I bought at a local winery I visited recently. I bought a case and love to drink it but wanted to experiment with it as well. Is it ok to use a kind of sweet wine to cook with? I was thinking maybe a creamy garlic wine sauce with pasta??? Any other suggestions?

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I’m not a fan of drinking wine, but I enjoy the flavor it adds to dishes when it is used in the cooking process. I’m planning on making a chicken dish with swiss cheese for dinner tonight and would like to substitute a dry white wine for the water my recipe calls for. Problem is, I have no idea what to look for. I know the general rule is not to cook with a wine you wouldn’t drink. Whats a girl to do if she doesn’t drink wine in the first place?

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]]> http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/wine-for-a-chicken-and-swiss-cheese-dish/feed/ 4 What could i use in place of cooking wine? Also how old do you have to be to buy Cooking Wine? http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/what-could-i-use-in-place-of-cooking-wine-also-how-old-do-you-have-to-be-to-buy-cooking-wine/ http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/what-could-i-use-in-place-of-cooking-wine-also-how-old-do-you-have-to-be-to-buy-cooking-wine/#comments Thu, 10 Sep 2009 03:59:08 +0000 Vinny http://greatfinewine.com/cooking-recipes/what-could-i-use-in-place-of-cooking-wine-also-how-old-do-you-have-to-be-to-buy-cooking-wine/
I’m 20 years old and i like to cook with wine, and i dont live at home anymore so i cant buy any. And a few of my recipes ask for red wine, or sherry. Sometimes white wine, but mainly red wine. I was woundering if there was anything i could use in place of the wine or sherry? Also how old do you have to be to buy cooking wine? At my grocery store the cooking wine is by the vinegar, so would i be able to buy it?

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]]> http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/what-could-i-use-in-place-of-cooking-wine-also-how-old-do-you-have-to-be-to-buy-cooking-wine/feed/ 9 A Wine for All Occasions http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/a-wine-for-all-occasions/ http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-wine/a-wine-for-all-occasions/#comments Thu, 03 Sep 2009 15:33:16 +0000 Vinny http://greatfinewine.com/food-and-beverage/a-wine-for-all-occasions/
Did you know that that there are as many varieties of wine as there are grapes? When you see a wine brand, take time to study the wine’s name if only to have more information on the specific area where the grapes from which the wine was made, were cultivated.

The wine industry has become of global proportion that only a wine connoisseur would be able to have knowledge of the exact location where some wine brands are made. 

While the type of grapes from which the wine was made is responsible for the difference in the taste of wines, the length of time that the skin of the grapes were left in the juice after pressing or mashing determines the color of the wine. Red wines have such color because the grapes’ skin was left for a long time after pressing. On the other hand, white wine has a lighter color because the skin was left on for only a short time. 

Many people think that good wine comes with a hefty price tag. On the contrary, not all expensive wines are considered good wines and not all affordable wines are second-class wines.

As a general rule, white wine is ideal when eating chicken or fish and red wine is ideal when eating red meat like beef and lamb. However, you can drink red or white wine with anything or on any occasion.

California produces some of the best wines. Among these are white wines like Sauvignon Blanc which is a very popular picnic wine and chardonnay, also known as the king of white wines. Among the best red wines from California are pinot noir, ideal when eating pasta which has a red sauce and cabernet sauvignon, also known as the king of red wine due to its rich taste.

The French take their wines seriously, requiring labels that will inform the buyer about the wine’s quality and vineyard. Take note that French wine manufacturers are mandated to state the company or bottler name, the volume of the bottle and the alcohol content. France is also a good source of wine. For romantic occasions, try Rose’ des Ricevs, a dry intense wine from Champagne. Eating with friends? Try Coteaux de Pierrevert, a dry white and rose wine from Provence. For all occasions, serve Cotes de Blaye et Premieres Cotes de Blaye, a white wine from Bordeaux. Wine is a global industry and is sourced from all over the world. To make an extensive list of the existing wines would be an exercise in futility. People can benefit from a list of some of the best wines in the world, some of them coming from the United States particularly in California, and from France.



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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 in general they are intended to be drunk young as well. There are also those wines that taste worse after being aged and those that will not change much at all.

2. Red Wine Should Never Be Chilled

There are some light reds such as the Beaujolais that will benefit from being chilled. Beaujolais Nouveau is the first wine that is made from each year’s harvest. The wine was originally made for the workers of the winery, but the wine quickly spread in popularity to local bistros. There are several festivals that are held around the world that celebrate the wine’s release.

3. “Reserve” Wines Are Top of the Line

On American labels, “reserve” has no true meaning and is used at the discretion of the winemaker. The term is often used to designate a special wine, although the reputation of the vineyard will often have an effect on the quality and price of the wine.

4. Wines With Sulfates Will Give You a Headache

Sulfates only cause headaches in about one percent of the population and this tends to be those who suffer from asthma. Sulfates are naturally present in wine and sulfur is abundant in various forms in all living things. Sulfites are used as a preservative by winemakers worldwide and only the United States notes the sulfite warning on the label. The amounts of added sulfites are small and all whites will have more than reds.

There are several other reasons that you may be having a headache. These causes may be:

• Histamines: Histamines cause the blood vessels in your brain to dilate and are higher in red wines than whites. They are found in aged and fermented foods.

• Tyramines: Found in cultured foods such as cheese and yogurt as well as ferment foods such as wine, dark beer, soy sauce, chocolate and a few other foods. Tyramines cause your blood vessels to constrict.

• Congeners: These are organic compounds that are found in the by-products of the fermentation process and give wine its flavor. When they enter your blood stream, the immune system recognizes them as poisons and releases cytokines to eliminate them. These are more prevalent in red wines.

• Prostaglandins: These are naturally occurring in your body and are pain producers. The dilation of the arteries triggers their release. They may also be responsible for migraine headaches.

• Sensitivities to Elements in Wine Production: Some people are sensitive to certain types of wood while other are sensitive to the chemicals that are used in a particular area.

5. All German Wines Are Sweet

There are a variety of German wines and they range from dry to very sweet like wines that are produced in various other countries. If you see “trocken” on a German wine label it means “dry.”

6. ***** tops Are a Sign of Cheap Wine

More and more wineries are using ***** tops so that they may avoid cork contamination of their wines. Don’t be surprised if you find a high dollar bottle with a ***** top.

7. Wines Should Always Breathe

Allowing a wine to breathe is generally only necessary for those wines that need further aging. Breathing also allows the wine to be exposed to air and to soften the tannins.

8. All Wines Have the Same Amount of Alcohol

The level of alcohol in a wine depends on the amount of sugar that has been converted during fermentation. There are also wines that have been fortified with alcohol to raise the alcohol content.

9. The More a Wine Costs, the Better It Is

The price of a wine depends on numerous factors. The land of the vineyard, the price of the packaging, the types of grapes that are used, how the wine is aged and the reputation of the winery or winemaker all have an effect on the price of a bottle of wine. You may find a fairly expensive bottle of wine and think that it will be good when in fact you wish you hadn’t spent so much on it.

10. Zinfandel is a Pink Wine

Zinfandel is actually a red grape, but the name has become very popular due to the blush wine, the White Zinfandel. There are several good red Zinfandels.



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