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Chenin Blanc

Chenin Blanc is the most planted grape variety in South Africa, where it is also known as Steen. It is a very versatile grape with high acidity and makes dry, off-dry, sweet wines as well as sparkling wine. In the Loire Valley in France, which is also known as the ‘home region’ for Chenin Blanc,Continue reading “Chenin Blanc”

Sauvignon Blanc

This refreshing grape variety with crisp acidity is a favourite of many. Regardless of where it comes from, Sauvignon Blanc will always have distinct notes of lime, grass and herbs. The most popular Sauvignon Blancs are from New Zealand, even though France is its home region One of the most easy-to-recognise wines, Sauvignon Blanc hasContinue reading “Sauvignon Blanc”

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”

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is a delicious, easy-drinking wine and is one of the great red wines to recommend. It is light and fruity, yet delicate and fine. Pinot Noir is a thin-skinned red wine grape that makes some of the world’s finest and most expensive wines. For example, a Red Burgundy is made of 100% PinotContinue reading “Pinot Noir”

Wine Myths

Here are the top 4 Wine myths! All wines get better with age! 2. Expensive wines taste better! 3. Red wine should be served at room temperature! 4. Wines with corks are better than wines with screw caps! There are many more myths around wine and I think that is the reason wine intimidates soContinue reading “Wine Myths”

Food Pairing with different wines!

Cabernet Sauvignon Food Pairing Cab Sauv with its high tannin levels can be a bit overwhelming without food. With correct pairing, the flavours of the wine and the food get enhanced, ensuring a wholesome gastronomic experience! Since the wine itself is bold, light food such as pasta or food with subtle flavours will not pairContinue reading “Food Pairing with different wines!”

Red Wine

When the black-skinned grapes are allowed to macerate with the grape juice, it takes on the reddish hue. Wine making process, grape variety and oak ageing also contribute to the colour intensity of the Red Wines.Some popular Red wines are made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Shiraz or Syrah, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Malbec, Tempranillo, Sangiovese andContinue reading “Red Wine”