Wine Articles

Oenology: A Few Notes - Oenology is the study of wine and its production from the vineyard to the bottle. The word is derived from the Greek words "oinos" (vino) and "logos" (study of).

Removing a Wine Stain is Easy - But You Have to be Quick - Not all wine stains are red, although red wind is the most noticeable, but white wine can leave some pretty unsightly marks too. When you need to tackle a wine stain, the first job in hand is to pour some cold water onto the area as quickly as possible. This will instantly dilute the wine before it has time to settle in, and therefore makes removal much easier.

The Semillon Grape, The Unsung Hero of Wine - Semillon is one of the world’s leading varieties of grapes, even though it seems to always be a second tiered grape because its is usually blended with other varieties, rather than marketed on it’s own. It's extremely difficult to come up with a list of defining tastes and aromas that are characteristic of this grape, nonetheless, Semillon is still worth a second look and hopefully this extract will shed some light on this unappreciated fruit

Wine and the Roman Empire - Ah, the Roman Empire. Just the mention of it makes the ears of curators everywhere prick up: where there are the Romans, there is history. This includes wine history. Having influenced so many cultures and societies, a great deal of wine's prestige must be attributed to the Romans. Here we raise our glass to them.

An Overview of Wine - The Drink of Gods - Wine has been called the drink of the gods. This may be debatable, but it has definitely been the drink of the ages. Here is an overview of wine you can sip on.

Why You Should Consider Quality Custom Wine Gift Baskets For Your Gift Giving - Wine has been becoming more popular in recent years. Once an extravagant item only the wealthy could enjoy, wine has steadily became more affordable. Wines available today are flavorful and inexpensive. A new gift idea sprouting from the renewed interest in wine are wine gift baskets.

How To Easily Learn And Enjoy The Art Of Wine Tasting - The last time you had a glass of wine did you take the time to taste it, savor the aroma, and even look at the color. Maybe not, but if you learn to taste wine properly you may find that you had never really experienced a glass of wine before.

Why You Should Consider Giving the Gift of Wine - As the next special occasion or holiday approaches why not give the gift of wine? Wine can make an excellent gift any time of the year. It is inexpensive yet has a sophistication and appeal which will be well received by the recipient.

Brew Your Own Cheap Wine - Perfect for the college student or anyone looking to make cheap wine. The ingredients are easy to find and many people are already working on it.

Finest Wine Racks From The Little Guys - It is easy to see why many people feel that when it comes to shopping for a wine rack, there is not going to be much choice in terms of finding really unique yet functional pieces. Let’s face it, for many of us a wine rack has always been seen as just something to store our bottles, however, today many people are looking for those interesting pieces that will always be a conversation starter while being functional at the same time. You might be able to find such pieces from larger stores or manufacturers, but when looking to buy a wine rack that none of your friends will have, the best place to look is with the independent artists.