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23rd September 2009
This article presents my findings for several food pairings with a California red wine. The selected wine is a Merlot grown somewhere in California and vinified by the E. & J. Gallo Winery, a very high volume producer. Merlot grapes probably originated in... Read >
Author: Levi Reiss23rd September 2009
Uncork Wine Like a Pro
“Pop!” What a satisfying sound as the cork is pulled from a bottle of wine. The bouquet that follows reminds you that very soon, you’ll be enjoying a glass of merlot, cabernet sauvignon, or chardonnay with your friends or... Read >
Author: Jessica Altieri11th September 2009
Sounds obvious, doesn't it? Sometimes, however, we get so caught up in what is the right wine and what is the wrong wine that we forget the most important thing: we have taste! We have our own individual taste and love drinking the wine we love to drink. ... Read >
Author: a07th September 2009
HAVE A HEART THIS VALENTINE'S DAY.
Show them you care with a selection of our heart shaped gifts from Find Me A Gift!
Oh no. Valentine's day is ages away! We've still got Halloween and Christmas yet, but it never hurts to be prepared and you ought t... Read >
Author: sarah hague07th September 2009
Merlots have soared in popularity in the last decade. Merlot is the most widely planted grape in the Bordeaux wine region in France, and it is also quite widely planted in wine regions in the United States, particularly in California. In California, there... Read >
Author: jsolutions00807th September 2009
Sounds obvious, doesn't it? Sometimes, however, we get so caught up in what is the right wine and what is the wrong wine that we forget the most important thing: we have taste! We have our own individual taste and love drinking the wine we love to drink. ... Read >
Author: a02nd September 2009
The T-Mobile myTouch 3G is far superior to the G1, its predecessor. There is no doubt about that since it was basically built up from that platform. The question, and far more important to know, is if it is better than the Iphone. Because this second Andr... Read >
Author: mdoperations02nd September 2009
T-Mobile’s second Android phone is definitely an improvement. It is a good and relevant move for a company trying to remain competitive with a certain company called Apple. In fact, T-Mobile’s G1, its first Android phone would have actually been the s... Read >
Author: mdoperations26th August 2009
Malbec makes big, meaty red wines, which are full of lots of dark, spicy damson and bramble fruits. Perhaps slightly less well known than its Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon cousins, but by no means lacking in taste, Malbec displays clear characteristics of... Read >
Author: kristianphllps10th August 2009
When you think of a bottle of red wine you often think of Christmas or wintertime. Great with cooked meats and comfort food it is often not seen as a wine for the summer.
However when you think about the places that produce red wines they are mainly p... Read >
Author: kristianphllps04th August 2009
Wine is an excellent accompaniment to any meal. Red and white wines all appeal to different palates and they can just as easily be enjoyed on their own.
They also make a wonderful addition to a gift basket. Some baskets would not be complete without ... Read >
Author: Gourmet Basket07th May 2009
Red wine is a timeless drink. It can evoke pictures of different scenes in different countries and always represents some kind of passion. Red wine is also of course, used in Holy Communion in both the Anglican and Roman Catholic churches and hence, has a... Read >
Author: kristianphllps07th May 2009
Red wine is a timeless drink. It can evoke pictures of different scenes in different countries and always represents some kind of passion. Red wine is also of course, used in Holy Communion in both the Anglican and Roman Catholic churches and hence, has a... Read >
Author: kristianphllps10th April 2009
If you think of Spain, bullfights, paella and flamenco probably spring to mind. Rioja may also feature well up your list and rightly so, as it contributes to a vast proportion of Spain’s wine exports and is almost certainly one of, if not, the most wel... Read >
Author: kristianphllps09th April 2009
If you think of Spain, bullfights, paella and flamenco probably spring to mind. Rioja may also feature well up your list and rightly so, as it contributes to a vast proportion of Spain’s wine exports and is almost certainly one of, if not, the most wel... Read >
Author: kristianphllps09th April 2009
If you think of Spain, bullfights, paella and flamenco probably spring to mind. Rioja may also feature well up your list and rightly so, as it contributes to a vast proportion of Spain’s wine exports and is almost certainly one of, if not, the most wel... Read >
Author: kristianphllps09th April 2009
If you think of Spain, bullfights, paella and flamenco probably spring to mind. Rioja may also feature well up your list and rightly so, as it contributes to a vast proportion of Spain’s wine exports and is almost certainly one of, if not, the most wel... Read >
Author: kristianphllps09th April 2009
The Vikings were the first to notice the USA's potential as a wine-producing nation and since then things have developed and changed. The USA is now making wine from Hawaii to Texas, but most of the decent stuff comes from California and in particular the... Read >
Author: kristianphllps10th March 2009
In the last 20 years, Australia has really made its mark in the wine world. The country produces a variety of wines from a number of wine growing regions and has revolutionised winemaking processes, making it a real force to be reckoned with in the wine-g... Read >
Author: kristianphllps02nd March 2009
In France, where Sauternes originated around the Bor¬deaux village of that name, this type of white wine is always semi-sweet. In America, most Sauterne is quite dry. In order to supply a Sauterne as sweet as the French— but to avoid labeling it swee... Read >
Author: Allison Ryan26th January 2009
It is quite possible that the Cabernet Sauvignon grape is a close relative of both the Cabernet Franc and the Sauvignon Blanc, two grape varieties that were crossed in the vineyards of France in the 1600’s. It is one of the most common varieties of red ... Read >
Author: Allison Ryan09th January 2009
If up and coming winemakers, a fantastic range of wines and great value are your thing, look no further - Chilean wine is for you.
Great Value Wines
Following in the footsteps of the Australians who made their mark on the sub £5 market, Chilean win... Read >
Author: kristianphllps02nd December 2008
A gift with unique features always bags the words of acclamations and enchants the recipient. If you are looking for such wonderful gifts then consider the collection of Christmas hampers. The gifts are perfect to celebrate noel and make it memorable.
... Read >
Author: Totally Gifts23rd October 2008
Grenache is a very popular Spanish wine that is also called Gamacha in Catalan. It is planted everywhere in the world. It is a red wine grape that does bet in hot dry condition so it also does well in the South of France. It is thought to have originated ... Read >
Author: Sarah Martin15th October 2008
New Zealand wines have become sought after in a really short period of time since the country started wine production. The first commercial vineyard was established in 1973 in the Marlborough area of New Zealand, which is also New Zealand’s first Sauvig... Read >
Author: kristianphllps13th October 2008
Malbec is a grape that is famous for being a Bordeaux varietal. The wine is created from is a classic French grape vine that produces a bloody red beverage that in terms of taste is described as a cross between Merlot and a Cabernet Sauvignon. It’s ver... Read >
Author: Sarah Martin19th September 2008
If you like red wine but don’t know much about it, you’ve come to the right place. In this article we look at some handy tips for buying and serving red wine.
Work up through the sizes
If you are going to be serving more than one glass (or bott... Read >
Author: kristianphllps11th September 2008
Here’s the top 12 things you must do to enjoy your winery weekend tour. Written from the winery side of the bar where we’ve seen thousands for visitors having a great time. And some having a not so great time…
1 - Plan your trip and call ahead
Y... Read >
Author: Peter Svans08th September 2008
O.k., o.k, so you want to "hold your own" vs your wine snob friends when it comes to evaluating wine. Trust me, evaluating wine is not the "rocket science" that some of your connoisseur buddies would lead you to believe. However, learning some basic termi... Read >
Author: MS Hutchins05th September 2008
Rosé has enjoyed a major revival in recent years and currently is a very popular wine choice. Light and fruity, Rosé wine looks good and is easy to drink. Follow our simple tips below to make sure you get the most from it.
Summer Drinking = Rosé
... Read >
Author: kristianphllps05th September 2008
Wines are of many types. Red wine is a type of wine which is extracted from red, dark purple or blue colored grapes. This wine is red in color. Red wine is produced by fermenting grape juice. The red color of the wine is due to the tannins present in the ... Read >
Author: Christopher30th January 2008
Wines have always been part of people’s culture—and even history. Even before the days of mythologies, there was already Bacchus, the god of wines. Kings and queens all over the world dined with the best wines.
Today, wines come in many forms and ... Read >
Author: Suki Hendrajaya30th January 2008
If you are in the mood for fine French wine and food, why not consider the world-famous Bordeaux region of southwestern France? You might even find a bargain, and I really hope that you'll have fun on this fact-filled wine education tour in which we revie... Read >
Author: Levi Reiss30th July 2007
You have dinner at the new place downtown and have 2 glasses of the house Merlot with your steak dinner, after your earthy dinner you hop on your car and make your way home. On your way home you encounter a police man which stops you and conducts a standa... Read >
Author: wahlberg.richard18th July 2007
If you are looking for fine French wine and food, consider the world-famous Bordeaux region of southwestern France. You may find a bargain, and I hope that you'll have fun on this fact-filled wine education tour in which we review a red Merlot from an int... Read >
Author: Levi Reiss19th June 2007
So you’re thinking about installing granite countertops. You’re thinking how sleek and sheik your new kitchen will look after you have installed your brand new granite. You’ve already planned out your first dinner party for the Friday after your i... Read >
Author: Aaron Singer05th June 2007
We all love to savor the taste of a fine wine. While you may like drinking a certain type of wine such as a Merlot there are times when you will want to increase your knowledge of other wines. To make this learning process fun you can invite some friends ... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu05th June 2007
There are many ways that you can enjoy drinking wines and many places where you can learn how to taste these wines. The vast majority of wine tasting can be found in wineries that cater for these events. You will be able to find many of these places in di... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu04th June 2007
It is a well know fact that wine has crept into all areas of our lives. You can find many people beginning to understand the differences in the wines as they take wine tasting classes or attend wine tasting events. These wine tasting events can happen any... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu04th June 2007
We know that wine is grown in different countries that have the right climate for the wine grapes. While the most well known places for wines is found in France and in Napa Valley there are many new countries that are expanding into the wine market. Among... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu30th April 2007
Mother's Day is coming up very soon, and you know it. You have been puzzling for several weeks about what you could possibly give your mother, the woman who has everything. This is a dilemma that faces many devoted children when it comes to this holida... Read >
Author: Anne Harvester25th April 2007
Wine glasses, or stemware as they are known in the industry, are the natural extensions of wine. While wine can be enjoyed in any shape or size of container from a coffee mug to a crystal wine glass, the top stemware manufacturers insist that there is a s... Read >
Author: Simone Levesque09th November 2006
Haandi is a new Indian Restaurant in Rancho Cucamonga, but without a doubt the best Indian cuisine in Southern California. Chef Ramesh is no newcomer to Indian Cuisine. He's straight from Beverly Hills where he worked for 15 years as the head Chef in an... Read >
Author: Keith Hunt26th November 2005
INGREDIENTS:
1 Bottle of red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Rioja, Zinfandel, Shiraz) 1 Lemon cut into wedges 1 Orange cut into wedges ... Read >
Author: Chris Johnson
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