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Wine Headaches

In the answer to a recent question about white vs. red wine and headaches, Roger blamed sulfites in wine. Is there a study that he can point to that proves that theory? The reason that people get wine headaches has been studied many times and the cause of the headaches (in the studies that I have read) points to other natural components in wine, biogenic amines for instance (histamine and others). Especially for people who have a strong reaction to red wine, this is the likely cause of headaches. Some connection to malo-lactic fermentation and headaches has also been made, as that process messes with biogenic amines. The notion that sulfites in wine cause headaches remains a dogged rumor which is not supported by any study that I can find. Studies that I've read that implicate sulfites have not offered definitive proof.

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Corkage Fee

Please apply your tipping answer re wine tipping to corkage fees. lf l bring a $200 bottle to a $15 corkage fee, what is the protocol? The service is the same. Joe Tsai

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White Wine - Gone Off

I have a bottle of Sancerre that looks like it has gone off. I haven't opened it yet. If it has gone off, is there any way I can use it e.g. for cooking? making white wine vinegar? Let me know if you have any suggestions,

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How To Host A Wine Tasting Festival?

I'm planning a wine tasting event to help raise money for a non-profit art gallery. What should I know (other then the obvious date) before contacting local wineries to participate? Do wineries charge to participate or is it all volunteer?

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Opinion

Have you heard of Skinny Vine (wine)? Their winery is in Indiana. Beverly

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Chateau Deltour Pomerol

i been searching for over a year for chateau deltour pomerol any clue where i can find it?

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Orange Wines

I've heard about Orange Wines, which I believe are made with white grapes with the skin left on. (Different from a rose made with red grapes). What can you tell me about this style of wine and is there anywhere I can find them in Dallas Fort Worth?

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Santa Barbara

Why are all of the events in Santa Barbara so expensive? Is it because of the target population? I am passionate about wines and would love to attend some of the events but I can not afford them. Thank you, Jenelle

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How To You Chose A Good Wine

how to you chose a good wine with no knowledge of wines can you explain the different types of wines thank you

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Grapevines

I have a pergola in my backyard and would like to grow grapevines along it. What are the best grapes to use for this activity? Also, is a mixture of grapevines possible. Thank you.

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