Italy is home to some of the world’s best wine. In fact, in recent years, Italy has surpassed even France in terms of wine produced and exported. Italy’s Mediterranean climate is perfect for growing a wide range of grapes. Wine is taken very seriously in Italy. It is one of the few countries in the [...]

Pairing chicken and wine is a long-standing tradition. When we think of wine with chicken, however, we usually think about white wine. But, chicken paired with red wine can be wonderful, too.  In fact, one of the most traditional French recipes of all time, Coq au Vin, is chicken in red wine sauce. Coq au [...]

The study of wine has become a popular hobby for many people. As wine has gained popularity in the US, and as the US has become a major wine producing region, people are clamoring to learn all they can. It’s important to start with the basics and understand the differences between red wine and white [...]

Red wine is one of the most delicious accompaniments to many meals. But, experienced cooks know that red wine can be a delicious part of the food, too. There are many wonderful recipes that use red wine for cooking, too. Don’t bother purchasing “cooking wines”. If you like the flavor of a wine for drinking, [...]

Novice wine drinkers will find that there are plenty of different types of red wine to choose from. There are some common traits that red wines share, but there are also some distinct differences based on the types of grape used. Here are the most common types of red wine. Cabernet Sauvignon – This is [...]

There’s no question that there’s a lot to be learned about wine. If you’re a novice wine enthusiast, you may not realize that just having an understanding of the bottles themselves can tell you a lot about the wine you’re about to drink. Here are some common shapes and sizes for red wine bottles. The [...]

California’s wine region has become one of the largest wine producing regions in the world. The California climate is suitable for growing a wide variety of grapes, so California growers are able to make wonderful white and red wines. Amongst California red wines, there are several brands that are highly recognizable and known for producing [...]

There is a wide range of vinegar types. Vinegar is acetic acid, which is created from the fermentation of some form of ethanol. One of the most commonly used types of vinegar is wine vinegar. As you might expect, red wine vinegar is made from red wine, and white wine vinegar from white wine. To [...]

Dry wine lovers are almost certain to love most red wines. Though there are some sweet red wines, this variety is more likely to be on the dry side. This is partly due to the types of grapes typically used to make red wine. Grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zinfandel typically have less residual [...]

It’s pretty easy to find that you enjoy drinking red wine. But, did you know that there are many health benefits of red wine?  As more and more research is performed, it is becoming evident that drinking moderate amounts of red wine can be very good for your health. Red wine is rich in anti-oxidants. [...]