High summer, high time for crisp wines. But what does “crisp” mean in a wine reference? Continue reading “What does “crisp” mean?”
Category: Facts About Wine
Place vs. consistency
Wine divide: uniqueness of place vs. consistency of product. There is room for both, but they are almost mutually exclusive. Continue reading “Place vs. consistency”
Penfolds Max’s Shiraz Cabernet South Australia 2015
Deep ruby color; redcurrant, cranberry, cherry on the nose; red & black cherry, blackberry, blackcurrant, vanilla, cinnamon on the palate. Continue reading “Penfolds Max’s Shiraz Cabernet South Australia 2015”
Tartrate crystals
Sometimes people freak about things found in wine when they should celebrate. Tartaric crystals, for example. Continue reading “Tartrate crystals”
Wine terms
More exploration of wine terms: Continue reading “Wine terms”
Winemaking toil
Many people think wine making is beautiful and glamorous, and it is. And it isn’t. Continue reading “Winemaking toil”
Wine glasses
Wine snobs can be a pain in the glass. Don’t go there. For starters, what you may think is wineglass wisdom may not be. Continue reading “Wine glasses”
Buying direct
You are not alone if you enjoy wine. Last year, U.S. wine sales increased for the 22nd consecutive year. You also now are more likely to buy wine directly from a winery. Continue reading “Buying direct”
Investment wine
Most of us cannot play in the game of “treasure assets”—investments in highly collectable luxury items such as classic cars, fine art, jewelry, antiques, vintage watches, and wine. Continue reading “Investment wine”
Open bottle life
How long will a bottle of wine last after it is opened? Continue reading “Open bottle life”