Acidity is one of the most important parts of wine, even if most people don’t realise they’re noticing it. Simply put: Acidity is what makes wine feel fresh, lively and energetic. Without acidity, wine can taste flat and heavy. If tannins are the structure of wine, acidity is the backbone. You experience acidity as aContinue reading "What does acidity mean in wine?"
What are tannins in wine?
If you’ve ever taken a sip of red wine and noticed your mouth suddenly feels a little dry, slightly grippy, or almost fuzzy = you’ve just met tannins. Tannins are one of the most misunderstood parts of wine, but once you understand them, they become one of the easiest ways to understand why wines taste theContinue reading "What are tannins in wine?"
How to Choose a Wine for Dinner (Simple Pairing Rules That Work)
Choosing wine for dinner doesn’t need to be complicated. Start with one simple principle: match intensity. Light dishes like grilled fish or salads pair best with lighter wines — think Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Noir. Rich dishes like steak, lamb, or slow-cooked beef need fuller-bodied wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Shiraz. Second rule: matchContinue reading "How to Choose a Wine for Dinner (Simple Pairing Rules That Work)"
Why does Chardonnay taste buttery ?(and not all of them do)
The "buttery Chardonnay" taste results from malolactic fermentation (MLF), where sharp malic acid is converted into smoother lactic acid, creating creamy textures. Not all Chardonnays are buttery; cool-climate and modern styles often skip MLF and oak aging, resulting in crisp, fresh flavors. Understanding winemaking choices helps consumers select their preferred style.
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How to Taste Wine Like a Professional (Step-by-Step Beginner Guide)
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What are the oldest grape vines in the world?
Whenever it comes to superlatives of 'oldest/fastest/longest/biggest' there are many grey zones and surprises. In winemaking: a big surprise is that the oldest continually producing vineyards are mostly from the ‘new world’. The oldest vines in the world that are used to make wine is a vineyard of the Žametovka variety growing in the townContinue reading "What are the oldest grape vines in the world?"
Is a 10 year old wine ok to drink? Does wine go off?
A question I hear often. Quick answer: no wine doesn't go off, but it might not taste good. It will be safe to drink, as in: it will not make you ill. The alcohol combined with natural acidity of wines create an environment unsuitable for harmful organisms to grow. Fermented drinks (Wine and Beer) andContinue reading "Is a 10 year old wine ok to drink? Does wine go off?"
The picky Pinot Noir of the Cote D’Or
Some of the most expensive and most sought wines in the world come from a 25km wide stretch of east and south east facing slopes of the massif central in the heart of France. Running for 70km due south of the city of Dijon: The area is Burgundy; the vineyards are the Cote D'Or, (theContinue reading "The picky Pinot Noir of the Cote D’Or"
Why good impressions and good merchandise count at winery Cellar Doors
ᴍʏ ᴀʟᴘʜᴀ & ᴏᴍᴇɢᴀ ᴡᴀɪᴛᴇʀ’ꜱ ꜰʀɪᴇɴᴅ: ɪ ʟᴏᴠᴇ ᴛʜɪꜱ ᴛʜɪɴɢ. 𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐆𝐎-𝐓𝐎 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬? Or 𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 ‘𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬’ 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞? My trusty Alpha & Omega branded waiters friend Not only has this been a solidContinue reading "Why good impressions and good merchandise count at winery Cellar Doors"