There are six primary types of wine: white, red, rosé, sparkling, fortified, and dessert. Nearly every bottle you encounter fits into one of these categories, and understanding what sets them apart makes choosing wine for food, occasions, or personal taste considerably easier. Wines within each type are further shaped by grape variety, region of origin, […]
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The Joys of Wine and Chocolate
The Joys of Wine and Chocolate Wine and chocolate are two of the best things life has to offer. Have you ever put the two together to experience that wonderful warm feeling that only this combination can give? Following is a list of wines from well known local vineyards paired with tasty chocolate treats from […]
Wedding Wine Checklist
Assuming you’ve got the main things sorted (date, venue, dress), preparing the reception can be a lot of fun. If you’re buying your own wedding wines, you’re able to cater to all guests, different tastes, and personalise the bottles. It shows a little extra care. Wine can be the highlight of a wedding, so it’s […]
A Guide to Ordering Wine at a Restaurant
Have you ever been at a restaurant, wine list in hand, feeling lost? “I want to try this one, but I don’t know how to pronounce it… This one sounds nice, but will it go well with my food? Will my dinner guests judge me if I go for a cheaper wine? Do we want […]
Wine Pairing Guide: Matching Wine to Food for Any Celebration
The simplest approach to wine pairing is matching weight for weight: light wines with lighter dishes, fuller wines with richer ones. If you know that basic principle and understand which style your bottle falls into, you can build a confident menu around it without needing any formal wine knowledge. Whether you are planning a dinner […]
What Not To Pair with Your Wine
A perfect pair between food and wine means that the two ingredients combined create an enhanced and balanced flavour that’s better than the ingredients on their own. When two ingredients create an imbalance, the taste lingers on your palate and may even make you feel nauseous. The intense flavours can clash on your palate if […]
Breakfast Menu and Wine Pairings on Wedding Day
Perfect wine and breakfast pairings A perfectly planned wedding deserves nothing but the best. Everything has to be just right and the day’s menu is no exception. Nowadays, more and more people are deciding to start their happily ever after at the beginning of each day. And every wedding would not be complete without a […]
