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You’ve seen it a million times – a wine connoisseur takes a sip of their wine and then shares all the wonderful flavor characteristics of the wine to any and all within earshot. Then you take a sip of the same wine and think, I don’t taste tobacco, chocolate, or blueberries! But the truth is, […]

When you are in social situations where wine is being shared, there is a certain etiquette that should be followed when it comes to holding your wine glass. While it might be easy to scoff at the notion that how one holds their glass of wine matters, the truth is wine is one of the […]

Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a long-time wine connoisseur, odds are you’ve heard the word “sulfites” when reading about or discussing wine. Sulfites are sort of the bad boys of winemaking because all too often, they are what most people blame for their headaches, hangovers, and even hives after consuming too […]

Have you ever heard of orange wine? The thought of orange flavored wine may not be the most inviting, but luckily the term “orange wine” doesn’t mean that the wine is made from actual oranges. The term is a bit of a misnomer, as it is more indicative of the wine’s unique coloring than the […]

When one thinks of ice wine, images of ice cubes in glasses of wine come to mind. But ice wine, or ‘Eiswein’ in German, is actually a sweet dessert wine that is most commonly produced in regions where the climate can turn from warm to cold very quickly. If you ever wanted to know how […]

Wine plays an integral role in celebrations and special events all around the world. So, it’s no surprise that having the right amount of wine for your upcoming wedding is something that you will need to consider when planning your reception, especially when guests tend to prefer wine over spirits at most weddings. So, how […]

The road from being a wine enthusiast to a collector of wines is a short one because there is great pleasure to be had both in enjoying wine and learning about it. And with so much variety, curating a wine collection that is personal to your tastes is not only fun, but it can be […]

Whether you want to impress your guests at your next dinner or simply want to enjoy your food to the fullest, knowing how to pair wine with your protein matters. But one of the foods that can often cause confusion trying to find the right wine is fish. While the standard belief is that most […]

Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are two wines that can be easy to mistake one for the other when you’re new to the world of wines. And in fact, in some cases, the two wines are often blended because they can balance each other out. But the more you taste the wines and get more familiar […]

There’s an art that goes with wine and food pairings. Get it right and your guests’ taste buds will explode with pleasure. But get it wrong and you may find you’re the only one in attendance the next time you host a dinner party. Luckily, our wine and food pairing guide can help you get […]

Every wine label features a valuable piece of information about the liquid bottled inside – its alcohol content. But what many don’t realize is that number has a bigger impact on the wine than they might think. For instance, a wine’s alcohol content doesn’t just mean that it will take fewer glasses to get a […]

If you are passionate about anything, odds are there’s a podcast that discusses it. This is especially the case if you’re passionate about wine and learning as much as you can about one of the world’s oldest and most cherished fermented drinks. But if we’re being honest, just because a podcast is available for public […]

For even the casual drinker of wine, it won’t be long before they start hearing the word “tannins” when enjoying wine with others or attending a wine tasting event. But what exactly are tannins and how do they affect the flavor of wine? In this post, we explain tannins and how they affect your overall […]

Few liquids are as revered as wine. It’s the drink we choose when we’re celebrating special occasions or spending time with those we love most. We share it with our closest friends as well as with those we’re meeting for the first time. On a global scale, wine plays an important role in everything from […]

In horticulture, there are two branches of scientific study dedicated to grapes – viticulture and viniculture. While both areas of study are concentrated on the cultivation and growing of grapes, they do have their differences, the main one being that viniculture pertains specifically to grapes being grown for winemaking while viticulture pertains to the growing […]

Decanting wine is a process in which wine is poured from its original bottle into another serving vessel. There are a few reasons why decanting can play an important role in the enjoyment of wine, but there are a lot of factors that can affect your drinking experience when practicing this process. This guide will […]

When hosting a party, there is always one event where everyone’s eyes will be on you – the moment you open the bottle of wine. While you might not think that anything can go wrong, the truth is if you don’t open the bottle properly, you could wind up breaking the cork or even the […]

Whether you are enjoying a glass of wine alone at home or sharing your favorite vintage with guests, it’s important to serve the wine at the right temperature. The reason is because the temperature of the wine greatly impacts its taste, and you want to enjoy the wine at its fullest, right? Unless you’re a […]

Whether you are interested in creating your own custom wine from scratch or want to learn more about your favorite vintage and why it tastes the way it does, wineUdesign makes it easy to understand the wine basics. For instance, most people don’t realize that not all grapes are suitable for wine making. Wine grapes […]

When you’re having a glass of wine in the comfort of your own home, you can enjoy it in whatever way you like, but when you are out in public, there’s a certain etiquette that should be followed. Because of wine’s historical relevance and the fact that it is considered a luxurious liquid, it is […]