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Wine, when it was only French, was a luxurious drink of the rich and the classy.  Wine, in its democratized forms, is now a luxury made available at every supermarket and has come a far way from its tradition of being produced in France and Germany.

Lately wine drinkers have the choice of selecting their bottle of wine produced in the vine yards of California, Chile, Australia and India, to name a few. Wine had always had a high brand image as a drink meant only for the aristocrats unlike beer, whiskey and brandy which is more associated the common man’s pub drink. Read the rest of this entry »

Pairing food and wine is an art. To create a pleasurable dining experience, there are some basic considerations to understanding how food enhances the taste of wine, and vice versa. The goal is to find balance and synergy, keeping in mind that this process is one of personal preferences. Success is achieved when you find a combination that is pleasing to your palate.

Here are some suggestions on how to pair food and wine, so that they may accentuate the flavors in one another and as a result, taste better.

Consider how the dish is being prepared, and if there will be a dominate seasoning, sauce or flavor. Delicate foods should be served with a delicate wine, while heavy dishes go better with heavy full bodied wine. Read the rest of this entry »

So summer is here, and there is always a dilemma of what to drink on a hot summer’s day. Yes, a cold lager is refreshing, but sometimes it’s nice to have something different, and lager is a bit much fattening liquid. Wine is perfect for a summer’s day. In this article, we will cover some great summer wines, and also give you a few ideas of how to serve it to make it extra special.

The first thing that comes to mind when talking about wines to drink in the summer is Sauvignon Blanc. This crisp, dry wine is perfect for summer drinking, just make sure you chill it well to get the optimum out of it. When looking for a Sauvignon Blanc, look for one that comes from New Zealand, as this white wine offers something a little more special. These wines are the best types of wine created from this grape, and the most applauded ones are the ones from the Cloudy Bay or Marlborough areas of New Zealand. Read the rest of this entry »

Australian wines are some of the best in the world and Western Australian wineries provide premium wine to rival the top drops in the country. Blessed with a mild climate and ideal soil conditions, South Western Australia is the ideal place for visiting wineries and enjoying its spectacular scenery. Here are 5 of its top wine regions.

1. Swan Valley.

The Swan Valley is the closest wine region to Perth and is easily reached by road or taking a cruise on the Swan River. Captain Cook Cruises operates daily trips along the scenic upper reaches of the river to Sandalford and Waters Edge wineries.

The Swan Valley is the oldest wine growing region in Western Australia. The warm, dry climate is perfect for Shiraz, Cabernet and Verdelho. You can enjoy award winning wines at larger wineries such as Sandalford and Houghton, as well as many boutique wineries. Read the rest of this entry »