Wine Tips

Drinking coffee and wine together is hotly debated among wine lovers. Some say the bitterness of coffee makes it tough to enjoy wine. Others seek merits in bringing these drinks together. Find out more about this unusual pairing. How To Enjoy Coffee and Wine At Dinner In general, a cup of coffee will not pair well with a glass of wine. The heat and bitterness of the … [Read more...] about How To Mix Coffee And Wine: Tips To Make An Unlikely Pairing Work

French Malbec is a red wine grape variety grown in wine regions such as Cahors, a wine region in southwest France. While it is not as well known as Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon, it is a quality French wine that can be enjoyed at an affordable price. French Malbec: What Does The Wine Taste Like? Wine writers and reviewers generally focus on a few attractions of the best … [Read more...] about French Malbec: France’s Answer To Argentina’s Most Famous Wine

Wondering which white wines are dry or sweet? The vast majority of white wines are made in a dry style because dry wine is more popular. To answer the question correctly, it is helpful to understand the wine-making process and how that affects white wines. Residual Sugar: The Key Factor In Sweet Wines vs. Dry Wines Most wine drinkers know that wine grapes contain sugar. … [Read more...] about Which White Wines Are Dry? (Tips to choose dry white wines)

There are several types of champagne grapes used to make sparkling wine in the Champagne wine region. While Champagne houses each have their process, only a few grapes are commonly used. Whether you have a non-vintage Champagne or a rare 19th century Champagne at your next special occasion, knowing the grapes that go into the bottle deepens your wine appreciation. The Seven … [Read more...] about Champagne Grapes: The Seven Grapes Used In The World’s Best Known Sparkling Wine

Estimating the number of grapes needed to produce a single bottle of wine is a complex process. Each winery and head winemaker uses different production methods. While this is a simple question, there is no simple answer because every acre of vineyard around the world varies dramatically.  Wine regions also vary in terms of quality standards and farming practices. The best … [Read more...] about How Many Grapes Are In A Bottle of Wine? (It’s In The Hundreds)