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Wine Tasting Tips : Buttery Aromas in Wines

May 11th, 2010


Are you a wine enthusiast? Learn how to spot buttery aromas at wine tastings in this free video from a wine sommelier. Expert: Jane Nickles Bio: Jane Nickles is the author of “Wine Speak 101″, and wine writer for “The Texas Wine and Food Gourmet”, and “Eat and Drink Magazine”. Filmmaker: MAKE | MEDIA

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Hosting a wine-tasting party. Any tips?

May 11th, 2010

I’d like to host a wine party and have each guest bring at least one bottle of their pet. What types of food should I have available?
Also, should I contact a wine shop about making it a full-blown wine-tasting party? If you’re familiar with hosting those, what can you tell me? (I’m not sure how many people I’m going to have, etc.)

The best tip gets 10 points … and maybe an invitation if you live around Wausau, Wis.!

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Wine Refrigerator Buying Tips – Protect Your Wines

May 10th, 2010

If you are like most wine collectors – or just those who like to have a glass of wine with their meals – the buy of a wine refrigerator is a excellent investment!  Those folks who drink wine regularly know that wine tastes best when chilled to its appropriate temperature.  Unfortunately, storing and chilling your wine collection in a home refrigerator is not a excellent thought because traditional refrigerators do not maintain proper temperature and humidity necessary for wine storage.  Other options such as storage in a kitchen cold-room or cabinet is not feasible since storage conditions can fluctuate which will produce the quality of the wine to deteriorate and produce spoilage.  Another point to consider is that fine wine needs to be stored horizontally to keep the cork moist, and this is only possible with a unique wine bottle refrigerator that allows this type of storage.

In case you’re a novice with wines and are looking to buy your first refrigerator, let’s review the ideal wine storage temperatures.  The ideal temperature for storing and cooling wines is 55 to 58 degrees Fahrenheit.  The best serving temperatures vary somewhat based upon the specific wine:  champagne and sparkling wines 53-57 degrees F; light red wines 54-57 degrees F; rich red wine and full-bodied vintages 59-68 degrees F; light red 54-57 degrees F.  When you are compelling into account which refrigerator to buy, make sure to take into account these temperatures and what type of wine you prefer in order to be able to select the best refrigerator for your needs.

Another vital consideration when selecting a wine fridge is humidity.  To maintain the best taste, wine must be stored at humidity levels of around 70% RH.  This humidity level will assure that the cork will not dry out and that oxygen will not penetrate the wine bottle and produce the wine to spoil.  Wine refrigerators keep humidity constant, providing optimal storage conditions for your fine wines.

Last but not least, another factor you must consider when choosing your wine refrigerator is your budget.  If your budget is limited, consider purchasing a small wine cooler (such as a compact 12-bottle fridge) which is the ideal way to get ongoing if you have only a few bottles you want to store.  There are many models to choose from which will provide you years of enjoyment.  Of course, if your wine investment/leisure activity is more serious and your budget is less restrained, you can select a refrigerator that will easily store 200 or more bottles.

Buying a wine refrigerator to preserve your fine wines and champagnes is a wise investment.  Everyone from the beginner wine enthusiast to the seasoned wine taster will benefit from ideal wine storage.

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