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Washington Wine Tour

Washington Wine Tour

Everyone has heard of California wines but not many people realize that Washington is an up-an-coming wine region that is starting to become known in the professional wine world.  There is a multitude of small wineries in Washington, especially in the Yakima Valley and Columbia Gorge regions.  The area does not produce wine on the […]

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New York Wine Tours

New York Wine Tours

For those on the East Coast, it may be beyond our budgets to give a gift of a California wine tour.  However, that doesn’t mean we can’t give a wine tour gift.  Relatively new to wine making, New York is actually home to a number of wineries that can be visited.  What many people are […]

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Napa Valley Wine Tour is An Incredible Gift

Napa Valley Wine Tour is An Incredible Gift

If you want an outstanding gift for that special wine lover, perhaps you should think about combining a gift of travel with their love of wine.  A wine tour to the Napa Valley in California would fit the bill very nicely.  With it’s enjoyable weather and gorgeous scenery, the Napa Valley is a beautiful place […]

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Corkscrews: A Necessary Tool for the Wine Lover

Corkscrews: A Necessary Tool for the Wine Lover

Cork has been used to fashion bottle stoppers for thousands of years.  Historical records and artifacts show that cork stoppers for wine jugs were used as far back as 500 BC.  The early Romans also used cork stoppers that they then coated with pitch to make a watertight seal. Cork stoppers prevented air from getting […]

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Choosing A Wine Gift for the Hostess

Choosing A Wine Gift for the Hostess

It’s considered polite to bring a gift for the hostess when you are invited to a dinner party.  The perfect hostess gift is a gift of wine to accompany the meal.  Unfortunately, if you are not a wine enthusiast you may feel a bit lost when deciding which wine to bring.  This article will give […]

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Choosing a Wine Gift: Red Versus White

Choosing a Wine Gift: Red Versus White

If you are a wine enthusiast yourself, it would probably be quite easy to choose a wine gift for someone.  However, if you aren’t knowledgeable about wine basics, it could be very difficult for you to know which type or vintage wine to purchase.  This article will cover the basic facts about the differences between […]

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Wine Gift from Portugal

Wine Gift from Portugal

France has a well-deserved reputation for fine wine but there are many other areas of the world that produce excellent wine as well.  For a somewhat out of the ordinary wine gift, why not try some of the lesser known vintages from Portugal?  England made port the most famous of Portuguese wines but there are […]

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Vintage Wine Gift Ideas

Vintage Wine Gift Ideas

When looking for a fine wine to give as a gift to that special person on your list, you may want to consider giving a vintage wine.  Contrary to common belief, vintage does not necessarily mean old when it comes to wine.  Vintage refers to wine made from grapes that were grown in a particular […]

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Pinot Noir: A Surprising Gift

Pinot Noir: A Surprising Gift

For a surprising wine gift, you may want to consider giving a fine Pinot Noir on your next gift occasion.  Although not as well known as other types of wine, Pinot Noir has many qualities that make it a suitable wine for a gift for any wine lover. Pinot Noir has a long reputation as […]

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Dessert Wine Gift Baskets

Dessert Wine Gift Baskets

When you are choosing a wine gift you may want to consider creating a unique and personalized gift by creating a dessert wine basket.  Dessert wines are sweet wines that are served with desserts or even added to the recipes.  This would certainly make a sweet wine gift option for almost any occasion. The definition […]

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Chardonnay is an Easy Wine Gift

Chardonnay is an Easy Wine Gift

Choosing a wine to give as a gift can be difficult to do if you don’t know the person’s tastes.  A good choice in this case would be Chardonnay wine.  Chardonnay is a popular type of white wine that is inexpensive while still being a good wine.  It is widely available and goes with many […]

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California Red Wine Gift Suggestions

California Red Wine Gift Suggestions

Although California has an outstanding reputation for fine white wines, don’t overlook some of it’s red wine offerings.  The climate, soil conditions and proximity to water make much of California highly suitable to growing wine grapes.  There are three very nice red wines that are produced in California that you should consider when giving a […]

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A Gift of California White Wine

A Gift of California White Wine

A gift of wine is a lovely gift for any occasion and suitable for almost anyone.  Although French wine is considered supreme, many can be out of reach for the average gift budget.  California wines are a good alternative, both in price and quality. European countries like France have been famous for fine wines for […]

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What You Need To Know For Making Wine At Home

Making wine from home can sometimes be a costly process to start and it may take quite a bit of your time and effort to make a decent batch. Understanding the proper procedure and what to expect along the way can help you start the process off correctly and save you a lot of trial […]

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Are You Using The Right Wine Glass For Your Wine?

Are You Using The Right Wine Glass For Your Wine?

Wine glasses, like wines themselves, come in many different varieties. In order to fully enjoy any given type of wine, using the perfect glass is a vital detail that must be paid attention to. Glasses come in different shapes and sizes for a reason, so understanding their functions will allow you to choose the appropriate […]

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Choosing the Perfect Wine to Give As a Gift

Wine can always make an incredibly classy gift for any birthday, anniversary, wedding, or retirement party. It can be a great thank you gift, house warming present, or hostess gift at a dinner party. The only tricky part to giving wine is determining the tastes of the recipient, but with a few wine choosing tips […]

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Choosing the Right Wine for Your Meal

When pairing a wine with any given meal, a few guidelines should be followed. It’s important not to overpower the food being served while choosing something that will compliment the taste. If you want to keep the process simple there are some very general rules you can follow, but to choose the perfect wine a […]

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Important Tips to Follow When Storing Wine

If you’re going to be keeping your wine for any extended period of time, it’s important to store it properly to allow it to age to its full potential and further develop its intended flavour. Following a few simple guidelines will prevent you from storing your wine incorrectly and causing it to spoil or turn […]

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Storing and Displaying Your Wine with Racks and Cabinets

For anyone with even the humblest of wine collections, the proper wine furniture can add to the display of your collection and can assist you in storing your wine in the correct manner. Wine racks, cabinets, and shelves come in all shapes in sizes, so whatever your needs, finding the right furniture shouldn’t be too […]

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The First Steps in Starting a Wine Collection

When first starting a wine collection you may not be sure where to begin. With so many different types of wines and vintages you could have some difficult choices when choosing which wines will be the first you start your collection with. Proper Storage Before buying your first supply of wine to begin your collection, […]

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Tips on Getting the Most from Your Wine Tasting Experience

In order to really get everything you can out of your wine tasting experience, it’s important to use as many of your senses as you can to get the full feeling of a particular wine. The taste is not the only thing about a great wine there is to be appreciated, so take a step […]

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Understanding the Basic Types of Wine

Wine can be categorized in many different ways, such as level of dryness, the colour, the region the grapes were grown, or which meal you would have it with. Some reds may be sweet and some whites may be dry so one type of wine of a certain type may not taste the same as […]

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What are the Differences between Red Wines and White Wines?

Aside from the obvious colour differences, red and white wines can vary in numerous ways. The differences in their composition can affect their taste, the foods they should be paired with, and their ability to age. Different types of grapes may be used for each type of wine, but in some instances the same grape […]

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