Monthly Archives: January 2011

Oenophobia–The Worst Phobia Known to Man!

Posted on by Kris

Oenophobia is an intense fear or hatred of wine. Supposedly, people who suffer from this phobia often do so because of the complexity that involves choosing and drinking wine.  Oenophobia is also referred to as a type of social anxiety … Continue reading

Posted in Facts | 10 Comments //

Walgreens Launches New Wine Brand for American Heart Month

Posted on by Kris

Walgreens is set to launch a new private label wine in the next few weeks. Colby Red is a California blend of Cabernet, Zinfandel, Shiraz, Merlot and Petite Sirah and will retail for $12.99.   The wine is dedicated to … Continue reading

Posted in News | Leave a comment //

Riondo Prosecco NV

Posted on by Kris

  Grape Prosecco di Valdobbiadene [Val-do-bi-ad-en-ay]   Facts Prosecco is made using a much simpler method than true Champagne. Instead of fermenting in the bottle (as Champagne is), Prosecco grapes are fermented in large stainless steel vats. There are a … Continue reading

Posted in Reviews | Leave a comment //

The World Wide Wine Network

Posted on by Kris

I’m very happy to say my blog is now being syndicated on the World Wide Wine Network! The network acts as a classified space for over 16,000 wine professionals, and is owned and operated by fellow wine blogger Richard Randall. … Continue reading

Posted in News | Leave a comment //

The Bottoms Up Doorbell

Posted on by Kris

Just when you thought you had everything! Some GENIUS comes along and invents a wine glass doorbell!!! The "Bottoms Up" doorbell uses the sound from two crystal wineglasses, hanging upside down on either side of a miniature hammer, triggered by … Continue reading

Posted in Funny, News | Leave a comment //

Pilates For People Who Love Wine

Posted on by Kris
Posted in Funny | Leave a comment //
← Older posts