While wine is best had on its own, I don’t shy away from making cocktails out of it either! Sangria, of course, is the go-to cocktail but there are sooo many more. Sharing some of my favourite wine cocktails here. FRENCH 75 The picture does not do justice to this cocktail. No matter what angleContinue reading “Wine Cocktails”
Category Archives: Red Wine
Ideal Serving Temperature of Wine
Have you ever had warm Coke or beer? Don’t they taste better when chilled or at your preferred temperature? Same goes with wine.As a general rule white wines should be served between 8 to 12°C and red wines should be served between 14 to 20°C. As with everything in wine, the serving temperature also dependsContinue reading “Ideal Serving Temperature of Wine”
Wine Movies
Wine, movies and chill? Or Wine movies and chill? If you are looking to watch some interesting wine-centric films this weekend, check out this list of movies that I have watched and enjoyed. This is not the ultimate list! Just some of my favourites! Somm – First of a three-film series that followed four MasterContinue reading “Wine Movies”
Nebbiolo
Nebbiolo wines are not your everyday wines. Known for their complexity, aromas and flavours these wines are aged for years in the barrels and can further age for decades in the bottle. From the vines to the bottles, each step requires great care and attention. They may be expensive but are worth every penny spent.Continue reading “Nebbiolo”
Grenache
One of the most versatile grapes which is widely grown across major wine regions, Grenache or Garnacha (as it is known in Spain) produces spicy, fruit-forward, full-body wines with high alcohol content. On its own, Grenache grape, sometimes, lacks the acidity and tannins but is used in many notable blends, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Rhone GSM, Priorat, RiojaContinue reading “Grenache”
Leftover Wine?
The most common question I get asked is “how long will an open bottle of wine last?” And my immediate response is – Why do you have leftover wine in the first place?? But before I tell them what to do with their bottle of wine, I ask them what kind of wine they wereContinue reading “Leftover Wine?”
Tempranillo
Tempranillo is the most well-known grape variety from Spain. It makes a range of wines and is used in many blends, most notably being the Rioja (pronounced Ree-o-ha) where it is the dominant grape of the region. A fairly neutral grape with moderate tannins, it is usually blended with other varieties like Grenache, Graciano andContinue reading “Tempranillo”
Shiraz/Syrah
Did you know Syrah from France and Shiraz from Australia are the same grape variety? Although both regions produce quality wines with high tannins and acidity, the flavours and style are very different. Traditionally, the difference was regional, but now it is mostly due to the climate and the wine-making style. Syrah’s home region isContinue reading “Shiraz/Syrah”
Sangiovese
Sangiovese is the most planted grape in Italy, however, the most popular and known region for it is Tuscany. With high acidity and high tannins, this grape makes some beautiful wines in a range of flavours. From rich, savoury, elegant to rustic and full-bodied. Chianti, a wine synonymous with Tuscany, has Sangiovese as its mainContinue reading “Sangiovese”
Malbec
I love Malbec, the ones from France as well as from Argentina.It really is a delicious wine but Argentina is the place where Malbec really came into its own and gained worldwide popularity. Malbec is a deep-purple-coloured wine with high alcohol level, and smooth, velvety texture. It is a fruit-forward wine with flavours of blackberry,Continue reading “Malbec”
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