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California seems to be setting the standards in the wine industry for Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlots, Chardonnays, and ...
Wine has long had one foot in the luxury business. First Growth Bordeaux, Château d’Yquem and grand cru Burgundy have been ...
If you're new to drinking wine or simply can't decipher what those frilly words on the label mean, here's a quick guide to ...
This is a perfect time of year to make this dish. It has quite a few steps but every one is worth it to make this delicious meal.
The food programme offers rustic, gourmet bistro-style fare alongside great bottles and pours of Merlot ... events, wine ...
And the wine is good only if the grape variety (or varieties) it’s made from thrive in that place. There is a reason Chianti is known for Sangiovese and not Saperavi, and Burgundy staked its fortunes ...
Wines made with various grape varieties and in a variety of styles could add sizzle to your flame-grilled festivities. These ...
If smooth jazz, red wine, and ocean views sound like your kind of evening, then The President Hotel has just the ticket. This one’s for the grown-ups (R395 per person, age 18+), and it’s all about ...
The rarer the meat the bigger and younger a red wine can be – the protein in the flesh and any juice that might ooze from it soften tannins in the wine making it seem smoother or softer.
The good news for savvy wine lovers is that while Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon command sky-high prices on tables and shelves, the Rhône Valley varieties’ insider secret status often makes ...