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All You Need to Know About Wines By : James Copper Composition of wines: Wines consist of water to a large extent. In addition to this, wines also contain variety of acids such as lactic acids, ethyl acid, minerals such as iron, calcium, sodium, potassium, sulphates and vitamins such as vitamin A and vitamin P. How to Turn a Beer Drinker Into a Wine Enthusiast By : Caroline Silverstone If your beer drinker only drinks beer and the occasional mixed drink, you can’t expect to turn him on to wine overnight. It is a gradual process with the first step being to add some variety to what he drinks. There are now fruit-infused beers on the market. They are the perfect drinks to offer to the beer lover. It incorporates the beer drinker’s love of beer with a little something different. You may also want to offer him some malt beverages that are a little sweeter or lighter than a beer. The University of California and Early Wine Research By : Sarah Martin "I have heretofore suggested that this peculiarity (high alcohol and less acid) might, in a measure, be modified by not allowing the grape to become as 'dead ripe' as is usually done. This would tend to increase the acid at the expense of the sugar, which is in excess at best, thus producing the excessive headiness for which California wines are thus far noted. The vintners object to this course on the ground of the European precedent, according to which every additional day of sun is accounted so much gain to the quality of the wine. How To Be A Wine Snob By : Sarah Martin If, on the other hand, you genuinely wish to cure your awe of unpronounceable wine labels, to hold your own in a wine discussion, to avoid being fleeced by nasty waiters, and to enjoy this delightful beverage without the risk of committing social disaster, take heart now. This article will help to unravel for most of the mystery that enshrouds the thousands of different liquids known as wine. Early Wine Research By : Sarah Martin In 1861 Governor Downey appointed Col. Haraszthy to head a commission to go to Europe for the purchase of selected varieties to be planted in different parts of the State. He went abroad carrying letters from the Secretary of State, visiting principal vineyards and wineries in Spain, France, Germany, Italy, and Switzerland. With practical knowledge of soil and climate conditions at home in California, he selected the leading species of vines, had them tagged, bundled, and shipped to America. He spent $12,000 of his own money for 100,000 vines of 1,400 different varieties. Some Simple Tips About How to Make Homemade Wine By : Drew Brown It has become easier the last few years, there are different kits available to make homemade wine which you can buy online and often also in your local department store. These kits guide you through the steps of making wine yourself. They do vary in complexity so you better ask some advise before you buy one of them. Its is best to start simple and when you have more experience use the more complex kits. Why Not Try Australian Wine? By : James Copper The country's winemakers also have many awards and gold medals to their credit. In the 1873 Vienna Exhibition the French judges, tasting blind, praised some wines from Victoria, in Australia, but withdrew in protest when the origin of the wine was revealed, on the grounds that wines of that quality must clearly be French. Australian wines continued to win high honors in French competitions and still continue to dominate the wine-world in a big way. After Taste: The Impression of Italian Wines By : Benedict Yossarian Wine making is most likely as old as civilization itself, and among the oldest regions making such nectar of the gods, the boot-shaped nation produces one of the best. Historically speaking, Italian wines trace back its roots in the Roman Empire. And it was the locals of Rome who started bottling their wines to facilitate transportation and storage, and of course, consumption! To date, wines originating from Italy account for approximately one-fifth of all the wines produced worldwide. Types of Wine By : Chloe Alster The difference between grape juice and wine is alcohol which is created by yeast fermentation. In many types of wine the yeast itself is actually a factor in the flavor and the strain of yeast certainly affects the amount of alcohol. Most yeast naturally dies off at certain levels of alcohol bringing a natural end to the fermentation, some like Tokay yeast, have a higher tolerance and so make stronger wines. When the yeast dies off and fermentation is complete the wine is still cloudy and full of dead cells. Red Wine: The Romantic Wine By : James Copper Red Wine is made almost exclusively from black or dark grapes, the colour coming from the skins, which is crushed together with the grapes to give the distinctive red colour, and stored in wooden casks for the flavour. Classified as a light wine, the red wine is certainly the most popular, with an alcohol content of 10-14%, giving a relaxing, mellow taste without knocking the drinker out. The tannin content in the skin gives the distinctive taste of the wine. Basic knowledge of wines and their flavours is considered a must in social circles nowadays. Exploring the Wineries of Mudgee By : Terrence Smith Initially settled and populated by German immigrants, Mudgee quickly became a grape growing region with the immigrants bringing their expertise in wine making with them from the continent. As it was only the second permanent settlement west of the Blue Mountains ranges, these vineyards are starting to get quite old! The Origins of Wine and Winemaking By : Andrea Flint Viticulture was certainly a large part of the economy of the Roman Empire, and the spread of Roman civilisation included the spread of wine growing and wine drinking as the colonising soldiers moved across the Old World. In ancient Rome, a common form of wine was known as mulsum, heavily sweetened with honey, and produced on large agrarian estates largely by the slave population. What remained in the wine press after crushing the grapes - seeds and skins mainly - was often fed to livestock, or alternatively brewed into a very low quality 'wine' and given to the slaves who'd grown the grapes. Wine Tasting - 4 Simple Steps By : Caroline Silverstone Knowing the proper way to taste wine will allow to you appreciate the art that goes into the creation of each bottle. It will also show others that you are serious about wine and that you understand the complexity of wine tasting. It also shows you have respect for the wine and for those who made it because you are doing much more than tasting, but you are taking in every aspect of the wine. How to Understand Wine Rating Systems By : Caroline Silverstone There are several wine rating systems in use that are quite popular. Below is a brief explanation of two popular systems: The Wine Advocate Rating System and The Connoisseurs Guide to California Wine. As you can see by the names of these rating systems that some systems rate only specific types of wine. Choosing Spirits & Wines For Your Wedding By : Robert P. Williams 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. If you love various wines and want to include this passion in your wedding, there are a variety of wonderful ideas that will allow you to do so. You can mix and match for yourself or consult a few culinary experts to help you set the festivities off with a flair. Joy of Consumption: Red Wine and Your Health By : James Copper You must be quite startled at the revelation that drinking red wine can actually do good to your health. But then, it is a scientifically proven thing. One of the areas that alcohol can assist you is the realm of heart disease. Drinking a moderate quantity of wine can actually lower the risks of getting a heart attack or a stroke. This can be readily proven with the example of the French population. The French have a high fat diet but strangely enough, they have one of the lowest heart disease rates in the world! How is this possible? Some doctors went to the root of the matter and discovered that it is their tendency to consume red wine with their meals that lowers the risk of heart diseases. How To Choose Wine Glasses By : Caroline Silverstone Wine glasses help to present the wine in its best light. You have to choose glasses carefully or you risk muffling the full flavor and body of the wine. With so many wine glass choices, though, choosing a good wine glass can be tricky. You just have to learn the basics so you can become a real wine expert. How To Make Wine By : Caroline Silverstone In order to make good wine you have to be willing to wait for it to age. To make wine making a bit easier, it helps to buy one of the many wine making kits on the market. You can find these kits in many different places online and in stores. Health Benefits of Wine By : Tim Sousa You may or may not have heard about the 'French Paradox'. This finding shows that the French have a lower incidence of coronary disease as we find in the United States, despite the rich, high fat foods found in French cuisine. Many experts attribute this to the regular consmption of wine in the French diet. 5 Benefits Of Drinking Wine By : Caroline Silverstone Studies are ongoing, but preliminary results shown favorable upon wine as being something that should be included in the diet of people who wish to avoid common diseases and problems associated with aging. In fact, many doctors even recommend to patients that adding a glass of wine with dinner is not something you should be ashamed of, but rather something you should be doing. How Good Grape Growing Impacts Wine By : Caroline Silverstone It is the variables of the growing conditions that create the wide flavor differences. Some regions are well known for their wine because they tend to have ideal growing conditions for grapes that allow them to ripen at just the right time and avoid problems that can affect taste. Top 5 Tips For Pairing Wine And Food By : Caroline Silverstone These tips give you some basic facts about pairing food and wine that can help you to understand more about why some wine and some foods do not mix well or why some wines work perfect with certain foods. Having this basic knowledge will help you out tremendously in your effort to learn how to pair wine and food. Cooking With Wine And Spirits By : Gareth Meradith As with so many other ingredients, the first principle is not to use too much. During cooking the alcohol will be vaporised by the heat and so no one need fear intoxication. Wine may be used in the preparation of almost any dish, often only as much as a tablespoonful or so is required. Red, white or rose, sweet or dry, all may be used. The home wine-maker has a special advantage of a great variety of wines from which to choose. Making Wine From Apples By : Gareth Meradith Experience over many years has shown that a combination of cooking, dessert, crab apple, pears and quince make the most attractive wine of all. Apples respond well to most yeast’s but especially to champagne yeast. The Medicinal Qualities Of Wine By : John Gygax The antiseptic quality of wine has long been known. It was common practice to wash wounds in wine before binding them, and it was accepted that this helped the healing process. It was not known of course that the acid and alcohol killed bacteria, because bacteria were not recognised as the cause of infection until the middle of the 19th century. 5 Important Points Of Vintage Wine By : Caroline Silverstone Vintage wine is made with grapes that are all grown or mostly all grown in the same year. The reason for this is that grapes harvested in different years will have different tastes. Using grapes from one year helps to ensure the consistency of the taste. Think Green - Drink Green By : Mike Birdsall I know I know, green is everywhere. But it needs to be everywhere. Green is all about changing your lifestyle to produce less waste and use less resources that damage our environment. So if you are going to enjoy wine, why not enjoy it with Green in mind? I’m not saying drink less, just be green while drinking. Bolly Scotch By : Sam Scribbler Vijay Mallya, head of United Breweries Group, owner of Whyte & Mackay has caused consternation in the staid world of Scotch whisky production by suggesting that he wants to spice-up Scotch with natural colours and flavourings to produce alcopop-style drinks. Best Red Wine And Red Wine Benefits By : Mark Robert It is the tannin which gives the smell of wine in your mouth. Over time, the qualities of the tannin will mellow and blend harmoniously with the other characteristics of the wine. This is one of the main reasons that red wines usually age better than whites. A Book Is Not A Best Gift Anymore: How To Give A Gift Of Wine By : Caroline Silverstone Wine is easy to give because it comes pre-packaged. It is a compact gift, too. People will usually look at wine as a nice gift, too. They realize thought went into it and they appreciate it. Additionally, it is a usable gift, so you know it won’t just be another gift that the recipient can not use. Expert Tips: Choosing A Holiday Wine By : Caroline Silverstone Start out by telling yourself that you do not have to be perfect. Your guests are going to appreciate the fact that you just took time to consider a wine instead of choosing whatever you happened to grab off the shelf. You can be assured that even if your wine isn’t the amazing, awe inspiring choice that you desired your guests are still going to be happy. That is all that really matters, isn’t it? Do Why Wine Drinkers Look Smart By : Caroline Silverstone Wine is full of anti-oxidants, which help to protect your body. Those present in red wine are called flavonoids and have been touted as being protective of your cardiac health in multiple ways. They lower your bad cholesterol, help raise your good cholesterol and help to prevent blood clots. Studies have also shown a protective effect from cancer and a retardation of the growth of certain tumors with moderate red wine use. Many physicians recommend drinking red wine in moderation if you are an otherwise healthy person, in order to protect your heart health and reduce your cholesterol. Funky Wine Racks Or Do It Yourself Wine Racks By : Christopher Jay To properly store your wine collection, you need to take into consideration how to insulate, and how to maintain the correct humidity and temperature to store the wine. Plus you need to make sure that the wine rack fits in with your home décor and expresses you as a wine connoisseur. The right wine rack can help keep that $80 bottle of wine from turning to store shelf vinegar. Lebanese Wines: The Miracle By : Alissa Haddad Five thousand years ago, Lebanon was already into wine making long before the Greeks and the Romans. For the ancient Lebanese people, wine was part of every meal and the highlight of every festive family event. Fine Wine For The Holidays By : David Swanson Many that drink wine will tell you that it is a true experience. Very similar to the joy and delight one has when eating their favorite food, the enchantment can be intoxicating. Wine as a gift is ideal for many occasions, especially when there is a celebration taking place. Graduations, engagements, weddings, housewarming, birthdays, dinner parties, and the holidays are all perfect celebrations that can be enhanced with a good bottle of wine. Explore The World Of Wine. Take A World Wide Wine Tour By : David Faulkner If there ever was a single location that would be considered pure paradise for wine tours, it would be the state of California. Perhaps that statement is somewhat disingenuous. Bear in mind, California is a gigantic state and is made up of many counties and locations where one could take part in a wine tour. The Secrets In Your Wine By : Bradlley Mckoy Cheers greet the familiar sound of the cork popping out of the champagne bottle. The festive mood gets merrier and the drinking ensues. But do you know that champagne and other bubblies have their whims and caprices? To serve up the best tasting drinks, there are some practices to observe so you can enjoy your wine. Wine And Chocolate Pairing By : Mike Birdsall Chocolate is not easy to pair. The general rule with all pairings is the wine should be sweeter than the food, and this applies to chocolate as well. Otherwise the taste will be sour and the finish will be unpleasant. We usually think of Champagne or a Red. But so does everyone else and it seems outdated. Plus the bubbles get in your nose and the red can really ruin the whole experience since there are more bad matches then good ones. Port Wines From Portugal By : Alyssa Nair The Douro River Valley which is located in the northern part of Portugal is where the mixture of grapes is grown to produce port wine. The wine was made for shipping reasons and to some people’s surprise reached beyond Europe and into the United States, Asia, Australian and several other places. Port wine for the beginner, is traditionally served as a dessert wine, it is known for the sipping wine at home get-togethers and after work outings. Port wine is different from other types of wine because it has an higher than average alcohol content; the majority range between 19% and 22% by volume.

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