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There are many myths concerning wine. Most of them are really just misinformation and untrue. The following segments attempt to rectify some of the common deceptions about wine, setting the record straight. Myth 1: Expensive Wines Are the Best Sure, more often than not, that is the case, especially when it comes to the Burgundian […]

At What Temperature Is Red Wine Served? There is a common misconception that it is ideal to serve red wine only at room temperature at 50-60°F (10-15°C). That may be true to some extent, but, in fact, the best red wine serving temperatures are at 50-55°F (10-13°C). As such, the best way to enjoy red

California is an acclaimed wine production center and the core of the American wine industry. California winemakers have, in fact, introduced a new winemaking style, challenging the European tradition. Contrary to prestigious European wine-making countries, such as France, Italy, and Germany, in California, the emphasis falls on the fruitiness of the wines, rather than their

Wine, by definition, is an alcoholic drink made from fermented grape juice. Grapes are unique since they are the only fruit with sugars levels that can withstand natural fermentation with stable and constant results. Of course, other fruits can be fermented. But, without the addition of yeast nutrients, acid, or sugar, they might spoil. History

West coast wineries have been all the rage for a long time when it comes to wines. States like Washington, Oregon, and California are renowned worldwide not only for their wine innovation but also for the sheer number of perfect biomes and microclimates for grapevine cultivation that exist along the coastline. Combined, they account for

For any wine aficionado, curating their own wine collection can be a special experience. But beyond carefully selecting and buying your wines, storing them in a suitable environment plays a huge part in elevating your wine drinking experience. So while you revel in the thrill of your impeccable wine collection, have you made arrangements to

Grapes are arguably one of the most versatile of fruits — have them as table grapes that go with anything, process them to make raisins, use grape oil, make grape jam or grape juice, or better still, ferment them to make wine. However, the process of growing them successfully involves a lot of work that

Must-See! If you are a wine aficionado, or simply enjoy sipping wine, you have to visit these wine museums. Ranging from state-of-the-art, to picturesque and eccentric, these obscure foundations guarantee to take you on an amazing journey to underground caves, magnificent castles, and centuries-old manors as they celebrate their wine heritage. Keep reading to discover

Considered one of the most prestigious winemaking countries, France has a long history of producing wine. To ensure that the produced wine is of high quality, France developed a set of standards against which local wines are measured. The French classification system corresponds to the European Union’s PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) and Protected Geographical

Ampelography in botany is the field concerned with the classification and identification of grapevines. For the most part, ampelography has been done by comparing the color and the shape of the grapevine its leaves, and grapes. However, in recent years, DNA fingerprinting has revolutionized the study of vines. A grapevine is not singular but a