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Newer posts →Top 5 Reason to Drink Wines with Lower Alcohol!
February 4, 2011I’m what you might call a “cheap date”, at least as far as alcohol goes (i.e. a little alcohol goes a LONG way with me). Alcohol in wines is a hugely debated issue; but how much is too much? You’ll … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, News | 2 Comments //The Decline of Rome.
February 2, 2011Romans discovered that mixing lead with wine not only helped preserve wine, but also gave it a sweet taste and smooth texture. Chronic lead poisoning has often been cited as one of the causes of the decline of Rome.
Posted in Facts | Leave a comment //Oenophobia–The Worst Phobia Known to Man!
January 31, 2011Oenophobia 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 //Champagne Terms – You Need to be Drunk to Understand Them…
January 22, 2011It’s no secret that all the different terms used to describe the production, style and quality is mind-numbing! Here’s my guide to just about every term imaginable that you will ever find on a Champagne label. Champagne / Sparkling … Continue reading
Posted in Facts, News | Leave a comment //Top 10 Facts About North Carolina Wine!
January 15, 201110. The first cultivated grape in the nation is the Scuppernong, which is the official fruit of the state of North Carolina. 9. The annual economic impact of the North Carolina wine and grape industry is $813 … Continue reading
Posted in Facts | Tagged Biltmore | 1 Comment //Inside the Harvest with Biltmore Estate
January 15, 2011Posted in Facts | Tagged Biltmore | Leave a comment //
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