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Newer posts →Wine Lingo – Chewy
July 6, 2011“Chewy” when used as a wine-descriptor often refers juice which is rich, dense, intense, and full-bodied in character. Chewy wines are usually red, and give a mouth-filling impression that make them seem almost thick enough to chew. The terms fleshy … Continue reading
Posted in Facts | Tagged Chewy, Chewy wine | Leave a comment //The Difference Between Chianti, Chianti Classico and Chianti Riserva
May 25, 2011First-off, I don’t know where the above photo was taken, but once I find out I’m booking a plane ticket!!! So last night, I found myself hosting an informal wine class for a discerning group of tasters here in Jacksonville. … Continue reading
Posted in Facts | Tagged Brunello, Chianti, Chianti Classico, Chianti Riserva, Italy, Montepulciano, Riserva, Sangiovese | 5 Comments //What is Bottle Shock?
May 20, 2011Nope, bottle shock isn’t when you jump out wearing a scary mask to surprise your favorite wine! Sorry to disappoint, although that would have been a fun topic! “Bottle shock” is actually very hard to describe scientifically, but it’s certainly … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged Bottle shock | Leave a comment //Tinto or Tinta?
May 16, 2011Tinto [Teen-toe] on the front of a wine bottle is a Spanish term just meaning red wine. However just to confuse you, Tinta [Teen-ta] means Tempranillo, the main red grape of Spain. Here are some examples, all of which just … Continue reading
Posted in Facts | Tagged Ribera del Duero, Spain, Tempranillo, Tinta, Tinto, Toro | Leave a comment //Pretentious Things to Say at a Wine Tasting, Should You Want to…
May 5, 2011If you are a regular reader of this site, you probably already know that I don’t take myself too seriously. There is a fine-line though. I like to have fun with wine, but there is occasionally a little more serious … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, Funny | Tagged California, Lactic Acid, Malic Acid, Malolactic Fermentation, Napa, Oak, Provence, Screw Cap, Terroir, Wine Snobs | 2 Comments //What Are Tannins?
May 2, 2011Tannins; the same natural chemical found in tree bark, wood, tea, and used in the tanning process on animal hides therefore turning them into leather, is the same as what’s in your glass of Cabernet. Tannic acid reacts with proteins … Continue reading
Posted in Facts | Tagged Cabernet, Sediment, Tannins | Leave a comment //← Older posts Newer posts →
