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Knowing how to open a wine bottle with a synthetic cork is becoming more important as the world's supply of natural cork dwindles. Learn to open wine bottles with synthetic corks with the guidance...

Removing red wine stains from clothing actually requires the use of white wine, water and a clean terry cloth. Save your favorite garment from red wine stains with the help of a wine bar owner in...

Drinking Merlot requires an open mind to let the aroma bloom all across your palette. Discover the robust flavors of Merlot wines with the help of a wine bar owner in this free video on wine...

When decanting a bottle of wine, you might try decanting over a candle which will allow you to actually see the sediment. Discover how to decant wine with tips from a wine bar owner in this free...

A guide to Merlot wine is to remember that while there are thousands of Merlots in the world, they really come in two basic varieties. Learn more about the different varieties of Merlot with the...

Knowing how to fold a towel around a champagne bottle is important, so that when you pour, you will now have something to catch any drips from the bottle. Find out how to properly fold a towel...

There are several kinds of glassware when it comes to drinking wine and other spirits, such as wine glasses, flutes, ponies, snifters and highball glasses. Determine the right glassware for your...

A wine margarita typically consists of red wine, Cointreau, tequila and Sprite. Learn about adding pieces of orange and pineapple to a wine margarita with help from a professional bartender and...

The label on a wine bottle is just as important as the wine itself. The wine bottle label should capture attention, invoke curiosity and introduce the brand. This article will teach you how to...

Some classic combinations of wine and food include Pinot Noir with salmon or duck and Cabernet Sauvignon with steak or lamb. Match wine with food by following tips from a wine connoisseur in this...

When choosing a wine, decide between light and buttery whites, or reds that are often divided by old and new worlds. Read restaurant wine lists with tips from a wine connoisseur in this free video...

When decanting a bottle of wine, the foil should be removed before lightly screwing the corkscrew down the middle of the cork for removal. Learn about decanting red wine, including checking the...

When storing wine, the temperature should remain steady and somewhere between forty-eight and sixty-two degrees. Store wine at proper temperatures, remembering that whites are kept cooler than...

When Merlot wine is chilled, the aroma and flavor of the wine is often deadened. Discover why people sometimes serve Merlot wine chilled, and why it shouldn't be served as such, with tips from a...

Wines with corks should be stored horizontally so that the cork remains moist, while bottles with twist-off tops can be stored vertically. Learn about proper wine storage, such as keeping the...

Different styles of wine glasses have been created over the years to enhance the enjoyment of each type of wine. Choose wine glasses, such as a large bowl for a red wine, with tips from a wine...

When creating a wine list, the goal should be to provide something for every different wine drinker's taste. Make a wine list that includes definitive examples with tips from a wine connoisseur in...

Red wine etiquette involves presentation of the bottle and cork followed by a sip poured for the taster's approval. Learn red wine etiquette and tips for selecting red wines for different events...

Wine glasses get smaller as their intended drink moves from red wine to light red and white, respectively. Learn about different wine glasses, such as pony glasses for dessert wines, from a wine...

When selecting wine, it's helpful to either ask the server for recommendations or pick a wine to go with a specific dinner. Select wine off of a wine list with tips from a wine connoisseur in this...

When opening a bottle of champagne, remove the foil, cover the top, unscrew the wire cage and work out the cork. Learn how to open a bottle of champagne from a wine connoisseur in this free video...

While rice is toasting for chicken Normandy, add half a cup of white wine and vegetable stock to the mixture in the pot. Add paprika and wine to chicken Normandy with rice and sauteed vegetables...

Once vegetable stock for chicken Normandy is boiling, cook chicken about three quarters of the way done and add a cup of red wine. Season chicken Normandy with wine and thyme by following tips...

The best way to store wine if a cellar is not available, is in a room with a steady, cool temperature, out of light and away from vibrations. Avoid ruining wine by exposing it to harmful elements,...

Tasting wine the correct way involves pouring a small sample of wine in a glass, looking at the color, gently swirling the wine, enjoying the aroma and tasting a small sample. Enjoy the full...

When choosing a red wine, some things to think about are the occasion, tastes and strength of the wine. Whether it be a fruity red wine, like an Australian Shiraz, or a heavy wine, like a...

When choosing wine for a special occasion, it is likely acceptable to take a risk if it is someone's birthday or a bring a more drinkable wine if the event appeals to a broader selection of...

Opening a wine bottle correctly depends on if it's a screwtop, which is simple to open, or if it's a cork which require a waiter's friend that has a foil cutter and corkscrew. Uncork a bottle of...

Red wine provides health benefits like providing vitamins and flavonoids from grape skins, as well as aiding blood circulation, but this is only true when drinking in moderation. Understand the...

Drinking more than the recommended limits on wine creates a situation of putting one's health in jeopardy and will cause adverse effects to a body. Know when to say when while drinking wine to...

Red wine headaches can be avoided by paying attention to the amount one drinks, and knowing that higher amounts of alcohol cause the body to dehydrate quicker. Stay hydrated to avoid red wine...

The Sangria is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

The Sauterne is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

The Sweet Surrender is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

The Shoot is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

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The Cherry Sour is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

The Christians Cocktail is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

The Death in the Afternoon is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

The French Curve is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

The Golden Frappe is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

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The Americana is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.

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The Aqua Marina is a mixed drink with wine that's easy to make at home. Our professional bartender will show you how.