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The Top Ten Wineries where you can taste for free

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 11:04:36 PDT
Isn’t it delightful when you can visit a winery and discover that your tasting is free? This article lists the top ten wineries, inside and outside of California, that offer free wine tastings.

Wine Country Spreading Beyond Napa (AP via Yahoo! Finance)

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 18:12:36 PDT
In the high plains desert of California's north frontier, golden fields of natural grasses stretch beneath a ragged veil of cloud.

Virtual Vineyards :: Crushpad, San Francisco

Wed, 18 Apr 2007 11:59:35 PDT
Want to make your own wine? Invest a few million in some rich soil in nearby Sonoma, Napa or Contra Costa County, plant your wine grapes, wait for them to mature, pick them at the height of ripeness, worry about birds and pests ruining your crop, crush them, put them in oak barrels, and wait a few years for the wine to mature.

Vineyards branching out (Long Beach Press-Telegram)

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 18:38:51 PDT
MONTAGUE - In the high plains desert of California's north frontier, blond fields of alfalfa stretch beneath a ragged veil of cloud.

Wine Tasting helps Young Musicians

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 23:01:57 PST
Livermore, California wineries help young musicians with wine tasting fundraisers.


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What is corked wine?

Keeping a wine bottle-sealed is probably the most important factor when it comes to maintaining a good wine...

Keeping a wine bottle-sealed is probably the most important factor when it comes to maintaining a good wine. A cork is essential, as it keeps oxygen out of the wine bottle. If a bottle of wine is not airtight then it may become oxidized and undrinkable.

Different types of cork

Traditionally, the only corks worth considering were those actually made of cork. Recently, however, many wine experts have recognized that cork may actually cause more problems than it solves.

Cork, due to its malleable nature may have imperfections; these can result in the seal of the bottle not being as airtight as it could be and the wine being spoilt. In an attempt to avoid this problem, modern cork manufacturers may treat the cork with a chemical called TVA. Unfortunately, this chemical can cause the wine to taste and smell a little damp and musty.

Having said this, cork is able to expand to fully fill the neck of the bottle, which therefore, still makes it the preferred option for special wines that need to be stored, over a long period of time.

Plastic corks are becoming increasing popular, of late. One of the main problems associated with traditional corks is that the wine becomes 'corked'. Plastic corks prevent this occurring. Great! I hear you say. However, there can be minor irritations with plastic corks. A plastic cork can sometimes be difficult to extract from the bottle and virtually impossible to fit back into a half drunk bottle.

Another recent development is the widespread use of screw-top bottles. Until recently, this type of seal was used for only the cheapest of wines. Wine producers across the globe are now recognizing the benefits that screw tops provide. This type of seal ensures that wine is kept fresh; there is no chance of the wine becoming 'corked' and the bottle can be easily resealed. In reality, the only reason that screw tops are not more popular is because of the ingrained snobbery associated with this method of sealing a bottle.

Dealing with cork problems

No matter which type of cork you choose, it is important that you are able to recognize whether the wine has been properly sealed or not. A useful test is to see whether the top of the cork is level with the top of the bottle; if it isn't, then that particular bottle of wine is probably best avoided.

If a traditional cork breaks when you are removing it - don't panic! Use a corkscrew to attempt to 'dig out' the remaining cork. If this fails, simply push the remains of the cork down into the bottle. Contrary to popular belief, this will not destroy the wine's flavor. You may have to fish out a few bits of cork, but the taste of the wine should remain unaffected. However, you'd be wise to finish the whole bottle, under these circumstances!

When choosing your wine, base your decision on the wine itself and not the type of cork. Resist the temptation to be a cork snob; a screw top bottle may just give you a pleasant surprise

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Headlines on Wines

Snappy wines to serve with saucy red snapper - Dallas Morning News

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Snappy wines to serve with saucy red snapper Dallas Morning News, TX - Mar 26, 2008 By TINA DANZE / Special Contributor to The Dallas Morning News This month, spring fever left the wine panel dreaming of the Mexican coast – not for a beach ... Red snapper dish challenges wines with its array of flavors Dallas Morning News all 5 news articles

United Spirits' winery to start in 2008 - Business Standard

United Spirits' winery to start in 2008 Business Standard, India - 5 hours ago The United Spirits winery in Baramati is ready to take up its first ever harvest of the 2008 vintage. The company will be launching six varieties of wines ... Mallya, Pawar raise a toast to largest winery Financial Express all 2 news articles

Wine in EU contaminated with pesticides: environmentalists - AFP

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Wine in EU contaminated with pesticides: environmentalists AFP - Mar 26, 2008 BRUSSELS (AFP) — Wines sold in the European Union systematically contain traces of pesticides, a group of environmental associations said Wednesday. ... NGO study: Pesticides found in EU wines International Herald Tribune Pesticides found in EU wines, claim Drinks International Study finds pesticide residues in wine EurActiv all 24 news articles

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio Named 'Hot Brand' of 2007

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 12:55:28 PDT
From article: "For the fourth time, Impact magazine has awarded Santa Margherita "Hot Brand" status, based on 2007 case sales. The refreshing, food-friendly white wine also continues to dominate Wine & Spirits magazine's annual poll, as the leading imported wine in America's top restaurants."

UKTV - Food - Wine FAQs

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 13:33:18 PDT
"Food and drink journalist Richard Ehrlich, answers some of your most common qualms and queries about wine." Some of the questions answered include: "What is 'corked' wine?" "Are screwcaps as good as corks?" "What should I do when the waiter asks me to taste the wine I've ordered?" "What's the difference between Champagne and other sparkling wines?

How to organize a contest for your website or blog

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 13:39:47 PDT
How to organize a contest for your website or blogAsianSnakeWine.com want to be sponsor, 1 Snake wine bottle offered:http://www.asiansnakewine.com/contact

Is that wine any good?

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:54:19 PDT
There are four steps to evaluating wine and while each is important your sense of smell is probably the most important aspect in evaluating a wine. You can smell more than you can taste. That is a fact. Dont worry if you cant smell all the nuances and expert wine reviewer can. Find intricacies you like and work from there.


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