Back in the early 1970's I can remember the reviews of all the big name cabernet sauvignons had at the top of their list the aroma of eucalyptus. Now the aroma of cassis is at the top of the aroma list and eucalyptus apparently does not exist any longer. What is going on?
As several notable wine reviewers have recently remarked, wine in a box is very useful way to package the product. The NY Times recently took note of some European wineries that are beginning to use this technology for some of their wines of genuine consequence. Just a glance at a site like "newschoolwines.com" reveals that even a Morgon has been boxed and is available by mail, among other really appealing offerings. So ... why is it that none of the European boxed wines are available in stores in the west?
we made a batch of grape wine the first week of Sept. and we strained off the crude this morning and the stuff is really cloudy. what is the problem?
Super Tuscons are among my favorite wines. Since all the grape varieties that comprise this wine are also grown in California, including the Sangiovese grape, why doesn't California produce a Super Tuscon and if they do, can it be called a Super Tuscon?
My hubby and I enjoy wine occassionally. However, my hubby prefers a sweet wine. We have the hardest time being able to discern which wine is sweet, instead of dry. I prefer a semi-sweet. How can you tell the difference.
Why has the alcohol per cent increased in recent years used 12 to 12.5% now 13.5% to 14% and in sum cases 15%?
I have an unopened bottle of port dated 1952. The bottle is full and sealed and the wine appears to be in good condition except for a lot of sediment. The bottle reads Colheita Porto 1952 Niepoort+C.L. Portugal Do you think it could be worth anything, being that it is so old and could it still be drinkable? Thanks!
I have a 100 point Latour (1990)....what should I drink leading up to it? I lean New World---bold, fresh fruit (I know--Latour is not necessarily in my sweet spot).........thanks....
Hi. I wonder if anybody can give me advice on which wine shops in Washington states has good selection of higher end of French and Italian wines. I live in Vancouver Canada, and selection is very limited and the price is a lot higher than what you get in U.S. I come down to Seattle area and it would be nice if I can get a couple of bottles (that are the limit to go through customs) of nice European wines from the states. Could somebody help me with a few recommendations? Thanks.
Red wine tends to be a bit too strong for me. Recently, I was fortuante to go to Italy and tried their red wine and liked it much better. Our wine has sulfites in it, where Italy does not use those in their wine. Does anyone know where I can buy wine without sulfites in the United States? Thank you, Nicole
