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  • Wine Stoppers as Home Decor Accents  By : David Scott
    Wine stoppers come in every shape, color, material and style imaginable. There's no doubt you can find tthe right ones to set off your home decor, or to start a collection.
  • Drinking Wine With Friends  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses the best wines to drink with friends and suggests wines for certailn occassions. In fact whatever the occasion there will be a wine that is perfect for it.
  • Food And Wine – Red Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    Red Wine is great with a variety of foods. This article gives a few suggestions of wines and foods that go together well. Whatever your favourite food is there is bound to be a wine that goes with it.
  • Summer Ideas With Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    Wine is a great summer drink. In fact it is so versatile that whatever your taste you are bound to find something you like. This article talks about summer wines and give you some tips on using wine in different ways.
  • All You Need To Know About Sparkling Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    If you fancy something bubbly for your next party or get-together, why not go for a sparkling wine? Sparkling wine makes a great value alternative to Champagne and can be served in a similar way.
  • Why Buy Organic Wine?  By : Louise Truswell
    If there is one form of farming that is suited to being organic, it has to be growing vines. Vines are brilliant because of their hardiness – they’ll flourish in grotty soils and go weeks without rain. But does going organic make a better wine? Read on to find out how organic wines stand apart from normal wines.
  • Show Me The Sherry!  By : Mark Hooson
    Supermarkets and wine merchants have both reported recent growth in sales of crisp Fino and Manzanilla sherry.
  • Food And Wine – White Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    Food and wine go great together but it is often difficult to match a wine with a food type. This article talks about white wines and which go well with certain foods.
  • How To Get The Best From Your Rosé  By : Louise Truswell
    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.
  • Fine Wines  By : Fiona Muller
    The sale of fine wines in the UK has grown over the last few years due to increased wine knowledge and the fact that more people can see that it is a good investment prospect. This article gives an overview of fine wines and some tips on how to avoid the fraudsters.
  • South American Wines  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses South American wines and concentrates on the great viticulture of Argentina and Chile. These New World wines have been developed over hundreds of years but are only now becoming known to the British palate.
  • Hold Your Own Wine-Tasting Party  By : Fiona Muller
    Why not make an evening a celebration by holding a wine tasting party? It is great fun and you learn about wine whilst drinking with your friends. This article gives you a few ideas on how to hold a wine tasting evening.
  • Wines To Make The Perfect Dessert  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses dessert wines and why they are a great thing to enjoy at the end of a meal. Forget the port, try a sweet rich dessert wine for a change!
  • Wines To Make A Party Swing  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses the best wines to drink with friends and suggests wines for certain occasions. In fact whatever the occasion there will be a wine that is perfect for making sure your party is a big hit!
  • Wine Can Make The Perfect Present  By : Texas Holdem
    The have an extensive range with interesting mixed cases for simple ‘thank you’ wine gifts as well as fine wine for when you want something truly impressive.
  • How To Get The Most From Your Red Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    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.
  • Get The Most From Your White Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    White wine is incredibly versatile and makes the ideal drink for a dinner party, celebration or, simply, for sipping with friends or family. And the good news is that, even if you don’t know much about white wine, it’s really easy to get the best from it. Follow these simple tips and you can’t go wrong.
  • Understanding The World Of Champagne  By : Louise Truswell
    With almost 300 Champagne houses producing Champagne in the Champagne region, there’s potential for a lot of bottles to be produced each year. Around 320 million to be precise!
  • The Art of Collecting Wine Labels  By : Petula Munson
    Most vineyards use their own personalized wine bottle labels, but they have been updating their labels and making them easier to read for the consumer. All vineyards and sometimes all vintages have a unique label. As these labels are updated, the old labels become valued by collectors for their age and the quality of the vintage.
  • The Italians taught the English how to make wine  By : David C Skul
    You can’t eat them but you can make a lovely wine out of elderberries though, if you know how. You certainly would not fancy eating a raw English elderberry, sloe, quintz or indeed many of the other multifarious ingredients English wine makers transform into their “wine”. To be quite honest nor would I, but many people do drink the wine.
  • How To Buy A Bottle Of Wine. Made Easy  By : Louise Truswell
    If you are new to wine, you’ll soon find that the choice is endless when it comes to buying a bottle of wine – you’ll come across styles, prices and quality at all levels. But if you are keen to bag yourself a decent bottle of wine (and at a decent price), you need to be savvy with your wine choices.
  • Matching Champagne And Food  By : Louise Truswell
    Champagne is regularly served as an aperitif or as a toast at the end of a meal, so it is often overlooked when it comes to food. However, because Champagne is naturally acidic, it makes a really good food match - and not just for oysters and caviar as you might expect, but for a number of different foods.
  • The Rising Times Of Rosé Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    It’s not long since rose wine was regarded as unfashionable and unsophisticated, with the ultimate social no-no being taking a bottle of rosé to a party or celebration. Today, things are altogether different.
    According to the trade journal Off Licence News, sales in the year to February 2008 have increased by 29% and rosé wine now accounts for 8% of all wine sales compared to 1% ten years ago. And
  • Italian Wines  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses Italy and Italian wines. It talks about the grapes used in wine production and the types of wines that are produced in Italy.
  • New Zealand – The New Mecca For Wine Lovers?  By : Fiona Muller
    New Zealand is a relative newcomer to wine production. It has however made a big impact on the wine industry in a small space of time. This article looks at the country and the wine that it produces.
  • Shiraz – The Great Australian Red Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    Australia is a big player in the wine industry and it is its red wine in particular that has made the biggest impact. This article discusses the Shiraz grape and the wine that is produced from it.
  • Stock Up For Christmas  By : Fiona Muller
    Christmas is a time of celebration and to make that celebration go well you need some great wine to fit the occasion. This article discusses buying wine for Christmas and why there is no time like the present to start stocking up.
  • Wines To Impress  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses the best wines to drink with friends and how to buy the best quality wine. It also gives some tips on serving wine and wine tasting.
  • Buying Champagne From Virgin Wines  By : Louise Truswell
    When it comes to the best all-round tipple, Champagne surely comes top of the list. It’s got all the glitz and glamour for celebrations, yet it’s great for sipping amongst a small group of friends. It makes a smashing cocktail, yet is an ideal match for many foods. Champagne really can’t be beaten and with Christmas fast approaching, there’s no time like the present to start stocking up.
    For all
  • Champagne Cocktails  By : Louise Truswell
    If you are looking for a special treat, why not spoil yourself with a Champagne cocktail? Perfect for any party or celebration, you’ll get a truly spectacular cocktail, along with all the taste of your favourite Champagne. To help you get started, give these ideas a try.
  • Rosé - Not Just A Drink For Summer  By : Louise Truswell
    Rosé wine may be the perfect drink for summer but it’s also pretty good throughout the rest of the year. With Christmas around the corner, here’s why you should start stocking up!
  • A Guide To Sherry  By : Fiona Muller
    This article gives you an overview of sherry, how it is made and where it comes from. Sherry once was seen as the province of the old but has now become far more accepted in social circles. It is a great way to start Christmas Day dinner.
  • Christmas Wine Gifts  By : Fiona Muller
    Are you looking for a great Christmas present for someone? There are some great wine gifts on the market with something to suit everyone’s taste. this article gives you an overview of what is available.
  • Know About How To Make Homemade Wine  By : Gurcharan Singh
    In today’s world each region is influenced with vast multi-ethnic diversity. The food that we consume is just as complex producing a definite acquired taste.

    Wine is no exception.
  • A Guide To Port  By : Fiona Muller
    An overview of Port wine, how it is made and where it comes from. Port is an excellent after dinner drink which fills you with Christmas spirit.
  • Hints And Tips For Buying Wine At Christmas  By : Fiona Muller
    This article gives you a few tips for your Christmas wine. Whether you are serving a traditional dinner or just looking for something for a party this article will help you decide.
  • Wine Vouchers – The Perfect Gift For Everyone  By : Francesca Krajewski
    What do you buy the person who has everything? You need something that is both pleasurable but also useful and that you know is going to tick all their mostly already full boxes. The solution is simple. Something consumable! Then why not opt for something a little different and purchase some electronic wine vouchers?
  • A Guide To Chablis  By : Fiona Muller
    Chablis is a magnificent dry white wine which evokes sophistication and style. Great with chicken and fish it is well worth a try
  • A Gude to Merlot  By : Fiona Muller
    The Merlot grape makes a fabulous red wine and it is grown in many countries across the world. This makes it one of the most versatile red wines available.
  • Sauvignon Blanc  By : Fiona Muller
    Sauvignon Blanc is a white wine that is great for a variety of occasions. Grown all over the world it is perfect with or without food.
  • Buying Argentinean Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    Argentinean wines offer fantastic value, with some great tasting wines at the £5-£10 mark. Combine that with some unusual grapes and you’ll soon see why Argentina is becoming a very interesting and key player in the wine world.
  • Buying Chilean Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    If up and coming winemakers, a fantastic range of wines and great value are your thing, look no further - Chilean wine is for you.
  • A Guide To Rioja  By : Fiona Muller
    Spain has been producing wine since Roman times. Rioja is probably the most well known type of wine from Spain.
  • Getting The Most From Your Pinot Grigio  By : Louise Truswell
    Pinot Grigio has become massively popular in recent years and is rivalling Chardonnay to the role of number one white grape. But what makes it special and when should you drink it? Read on to find out more.
  • How To Get The Most From Your Chardonnay  By : Louise Truswell
    Chardonnay is one of, if not THE, most famous white grape. It has become so well known that even couples are naming their babies after it. But why has it become so popular over the last decade and how can you get the most from it? Read on to find out more.
  • Getting A Great Online Wine Deal  By : Fiona Muller
    Winescout is a great way to compare the wine market and to find out where the best online wine deals are to be had.
  • How To Get Great Wine Offers Online  By : Fiona Muller
    When looking for the best wine offers available it is often difficult to find the things you like. This article gives an overview of how to find the best wine offers around.
  • Information About Wine Cellar Racks And Attachments  By : james dickisonn
    A wine cellar rack allows any wine enthusiast to achieve a professional wine cellar in the comfort of their own home. Normally, wine cellar racks are wall mounted, although they can be stacked as well. They range in size, and can hold anywhere from 10 - 300 bottles of wine.
  • Take A Shortcut To Find Unbeatable Online Wine Offers  By : Kris Smith
    Research suggests that more and more people than ever before are recognising the benefits of online wine buying. Like their financial and travel counterparts, wine orientated price comparison web sites scour all the wine retailers on the web and search out the most appealing online wine offers around.
  • Using The Internet To Find All The Best Wine Offers  By : Malcolm smith
    As the economic crisis puts us all under pressure to save more and spend less, retailers across all sectors are pulling out the stops to entice us through their doors. But being so scrupulous about saving our cash is a time consuming business. Just like the travel and financial industry comparison site counterparts, there are now a number of web sites out there who can keep you divinely informed o
  • All You Need To Know About South African Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    Despite the fact that South African wine is generally thought of as New World, the country has actually been producing wine for more than 350 years. However, it is only since the end of Apartheid in the 1990’s that the South African wine industry has really come into its own.
  • Understanding The World Of Shiraz  By : Louise Truswell
    If you like your wines big, bold and fruity then Shiraz is definitely for you. The most widely planted grape in Australia, Shiraz is a favourite of many a wine drinker and is a great match for a variety of foods.
  • A Guide To Australian Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    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-growing world.
  • Argentinian Wines – All You Need To Know  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses Argentinian wines. These wines have been developed over hundreds of years and have seen many changes over that time.
  • A Guide To Australian Red Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses Australian wines. These New World wines are some of the most popular in the UK. The wine producing regions are discussed.
  • Half And Quarter Bottles Of Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    Quarter and half bottles of wine are a great way to watch what you are drinking or are ideal when you want just a glass of wine and don’t want to open a new bottle.
  • A Guide To Portuguese Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses Portuguese wines. Traditionally known for its fortified wines Portugal also has a lot to offer in table wines. This article gives you an overview of them.
  • A Guide To South African Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses South African wines. These New World wines are really starting to make an impression on the wine drinking public and are ones to look out for.
  • Loire Valley And Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses the origination of some French wines. It concentrates on the regions found in the Loire Valley.
  • Your Guide To Champagne And Cocktails  By : Fiona Muller
    This article looks at the various ways of using champagne in particular in classic cocktails. It makes a versatile base for a range of different cocktails.
  • Your Guide To Pinot Grigio  By : Fiona Muller
    This article talks about Pinot Grigio and the range of wines that are found containing this particular grape.
  • How To Remove Red Wine Stains  By : Matt Chang
    A red wine stain on the brand new carpet? What can be done about this? When this happens, every thought will be running through your head. You see your friends coming in and seeing the big red stain on your carpet. Perhaps a repairer comes in and he can't help but notice it. You don't want people to walk into your house and think that you are clumsy, when it is a known fact that sometimes acciden
  • Napa Valley And Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    The Napa Valley is an area in California which is well known for its wine production. This article gives an overview of the area and what you will find here.
  • All You Need To Know About Spanish Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    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 well known wine to come out of the country.
  • Getting The Most From Italian Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    When it comes to wine, Italy is well known for its Chianti and Pinot Grigio. However Italian wine isn’t just about these two famous gems. The country offers a huge variety of diverse and unusual wines, while boasting some of the oldest wine growing regions in the world.
  • What To Look For When Buying German Wine  By : Louise Truswell
    Over the last few decades, German wine has acquired a somewhat negative reputation of being cheap and sweet. However, German wine is much more than just Blue Nun, Liebfraumilch and Hock. The country boasts a range of good quality and great tasting wines - you just need to know what to look for and how to get the most from them.
  • Why Should You Consider New Zealand Wine?  By : Louise Truswell
    New Zealand has got an enormous amount to offer on the wine front. It is most well known for its Sauvignon Blanc coming out of the Marlborough region, but other regions and grapes are now becoming increasingly popular and important for New Zealand’s wine industry.
  • Buying Wine Online – Is It Easier Than Buying In The Supermarket  By : Fiona Muller
    This article compares buying wine at a supermarket to buying wine online. It gives the advantages and disadvantages of both and compares and contrasts them
  • What to look for when buying wine  By : Fiona Muller
    Buying wine can often be a bit of a challenge. A great way to buy wine is to go through an independent online retailer where there is immense choice and great deals available.
  • Great Red Wines  By : Fiona Muller
    This article gives an overview of red wine and talks about the imagery and emotions that are associated with this drink.
  • How To Select A Case Of Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses cases of wine and their availability both in the supermarkets and online.
  • Wine For Spring Days  By : Fiona Muller
    This article talks about spring and how the wine that you have been drinking over winter may not fit the season. Now is the time to change your tipple of choice and break into a new range of flavours
  • Why Wine Makes A Great Gift  By : Fiona Muller
    Wine makes a great gift. This article explains why wine is a fantastic gift for friends and loved ones alike
  • Wine Culture is a Unique Branson Attraction  By : Rodger Ewing
    If you are a wine lover, then the unique experiences that can be had at the various Branson wineries will be sure to interest you. With several local wineries and activities such as tours and wine tasting available
  • Wines For Dining  By : Fiona Muller
    This article gives you some tips on wine and what to drink with certain types of food. It stresses the importance of wine being a social drink and therefore ideal to have at a dinner party.
  • The Wineries of the Napa Valley Are World Famous  By : Kadence Buchanan
    Napa Valley is probably one of the most well-known American Viticultural Areas in the world, and receives over five million visitors each year. Many of the wineries in Napa County have long rivaled those in Italy and France and have won prestigious acclaim, awards, and competitions including the "Judgment of Paris" and the "Grand European Jury Wine Tasting."
  • Merlot – More Than A Just A Good Blending Partner?  By : Louise Truswell
    Merlot is a very well known grape in the wine world and this is largely due to its role as a key blending buddy in wines from Bordeaux in France. However, the reputation that it has gained for producing some of the most prestigious and expensive wines on the planet (such as Margaux and Paulliac), arguably has overshadowed its use elsewhere. In this article, we demonstrate that Merlot is more than just a great blending partner and that it also has a really important role in its own right.
  • Shiraz - Is It Worth Looking Outside Of Australia?  By : Louise Truswell
    Shiraz is a well-liked little grape, often said to be one of the most popular in the wine world. It really started to make a name for itself when Australia started producing affordable versions a couple of decades ago. And with Shiraz production there going through the roof, many people consider the Aussies be masters of this grape. However, that’s not to say that any search for Shiraz should be focused just on Australia. This article will demonstrate that other winemaking countries have followe
  • Chardonnay – A Versatile Little Grape  By : Louise Truswell
    Chardonnay is an extremely versatile grape, taking on the characteristics of the soil and climate from where it is grown. But this often causes confusion amongst wine drinkers who think that there is only one style of Chardonnay and therefore that every bottle will taste the similar, if not the same. In this article, we look to clear up any misunderstandings surrounding the grape and describe the full variety of styles of Chardonnay available.
  • Cabernet Sauvignon - Getting The Most From It  By : Louise Truswell
    Louise Truswell works in the wine industry. She has been writing about wine for couple of years and is particularly interesting in helping enthusiasts enjoy wine, including grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon.
  • Buying French Wines: Easy Tips To Make You A Pro  By : James Landry
    Select French Wines With Confidence. Research Good Vintages. A Guide To Basic Terms And The Best Tips On Becoming An Informed Wine Drinker.
  • The Health Benefits Of Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    This article talks about the health benefits of drinking wine. It discusses why wine can be seen as healthy and what it is in wine that makes it healthy.
  • Italian Food And Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses Italian food and wine and gives an overview of Italy and its specialties.
  • Barbecue Wines  By : Fiona Muller
    Summer is upon us and barbecue is starting to fill the air. This article talks about some of the wines that work well with barbecued food
  • A Mediterranean Diet and Wine  By : Fiona Muller
    This article extols the virtues of a Mediterranean diet. Eaten regularly and with moderation it can be something that makes you healthier and is really great to eat over summer with a good bottle of wine.
  • Why you Need to be Pruning Grape Vines  By : Harry Rouster
    Pruning is simply getting the plant or in this case grape vine growth, to encourage more growth.

    It will take a few years for grapes to appear on your vines after you plant them, while you are waiting you will need to care for and maintain your vines and you can do this with pruning. The sort of yie
  • Is There More To Spanish Wines Than Just Rioja?  By : Louise Truswell
    Any Spanish wine tour wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Rioja. It has been the epitome of Spanish wine for generations after all. However, Rioja is not the only wine coming out of this country. Here we take a look at how other Spanish wine regions stand up to their famous rival.
  • New Zealand Wine – Getting To Know The Regions From Where It Is Made  By : Louise Truswell
    New Zealand is somewhat of a newcomer to the world of wine, especially when you compare it to the likes of France and Spain. But that’s not to say that New Zealand wine can’t stand up to its old world rivals. The country exports a vast amount of its wine production, makes arguably the best Sauvignon Blanc on the planet and its Pinot Noir is beginning to create a stir. But with over 10 New Zealand wine making regions to choose from and each producing some very diverse styles of wine.
  • Italian Wine Regions  By : Louise Truswell
    Italy is said to be the second largest wine producer in the world and boasts a myriad of winemaking regions, each producing a diverse array of wines. With reports of 900,000 registered vineyards (enough for one vineyard for every seven people) and more native grapes than any other wine country.
  • Understanding French Wine Regions  By : Louise Truswell
    Understanding French wine can be daunting, especially when you start to delve deeper into the mix of regions, grape varieties, complex laws and labels that make up the country’s wine industry. To help you on your way, we’ve put together a short guide to French wine so you can get an idea for the types of wine that you can expect from each region.
  • Exploring the Wine Regions of Franschhoek and Paarl  By : Kadence Buchanan
    While there are numerous wine regions in and around Cape Town, two of the best are definitely Paarl and Franschhoek. If you are a fan of French wine regions, you will definitely want to take a tour of Franschhoek. In fact, the area has been aptly nicknamed the French Corner due to the fact that it is just a bit like visiting Provence, with the exception that you are in South Africa. Even the names of the farms and the streets have a bit of a French twist to them...
  • Resveratrol- Red Wine Substance Key to Anti-Aging Supplements You Can Trust  By : Gen Wright
    The years go by too quickly. You can remember, and sometimes you still see yourself, being a 16-year old in the prime of youth, yet now you know 16-year old kids in your family or otherwise, whom you can envision as babies. It is not easy growing older.
  • Distinguishing Crystal Red and White Wine Glasses  By : Gen Wright
    Crystal Red and White Wine Glasses – Is There Really a Difference? You bet there is a difference, and that difference is about function. The deeper you delve into wine tasting, the easier you will be able to tell how crystal red and white wine glasses can influence the flavor and aroma of the wine.
  • Wine Storage Techniques To Preserve Your Wine Collection Investment  By : Rebecca Lottridge
    Information for wine lovers regarding wine storage for long term and short term storage.
  • Wine Storage Tips: The Right Temperature For it  By : karl donald
    The temperature for storing wine should always be between 50 and 65 degrees F. When stored in this range, the wine will develop quite nicely. In the days before refrigeration, wine was stored in underground cellars and caves. When refrigeration came along, it quickly became the easiest and most preferred way to store wine, as it allowed you to maintain the same desired temperature.
  • Great Wines For Everyone  By : Fiona Muller
    Wine is a fantastic drink whatever time o the year it is. It is also something that suits the majority of people as there are so many varieties to choose from.
  • How To Avoid A Hangover  By : Fiona Muller
    Wine is a fantastic drink but every so often you find you have imbibed a little too much and end up feeling a little worse for wear. This article give you a few tips on how to avoid that morning after feeling.
  • Low Alcohol Wines  By : Fiona Muller
    This article discusses low alcohol wines. Are they as good as the wines with higher alcohol content?
  • Red Wines For Summer  By : Fiona Muller
    Red wine is traditionally associated with winter. There are many red wines that taste great in summer and the lighter ones are fantastic when chilled.
  • Wine Cocktails  By : Fiona Muller
    Wine is a fantastic drink to enjoy on a summers day but sometimes you can get a bit bored of the same thing. This article gives you some ideas for wine cocktails.

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