February 15, 2008 in Basics of Wine
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Acetic - Vinegary taste or smell that develops when a wine is overexposed to air.
Acidity - All wines naturally contain acids, which should be in proper balance with fruit and other components. Sufficient acidity gives liveliness and crispness and is critical for wines to age.
Aftertaste - The flavor impression the wine leaves after it is […]
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February 10, 2008 in Basics of Wine
Bottle or Glass?
The first question you’ll have to answer when ordering wine in a restaurant is whether you want it by the bottle or by the glass. Your choice depends on how much you plan to drink, whether you want to drink one or a few different wines through the course of the meal, and, […]
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February 1, 2008 in Basics of Wine
In many areas you can find specialty wine shops that carry a wide range of wines. Also, most supermarkets carry wine but the selection and quality is often not as good as a specialty wine shop.
Supermarkets
Wine sold in supermarkets is usually fairly inexpensive. However, the selection is usually fairly limited and often only includes choices […]
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