Zinfandel was for many years somewhat of a mystery grape, as far as its origins are concerned. Recent research in Croatia and at the University of California at Davis, using DNA profiling, has proved Zinfandel is a clone of the Croatian variety Crljenak. While it had been theorized that Zinfandel’s genetic twin, the Italian Primitivo, [...]
Wine tasting is considered to be a sophisticated past time for many people. Before you begin wine tasting there are many things you should know about wine. To some people wine tasting is considered to be a skill. Learning about wine is easy. There are many types of wine and it is produced all over [...]
Today’s champagne cannot be compared to that of yesterday. The champagne of previous years had lesser bubbles. That is the reason why the glasses were designed differently. The glasses made yester years were known as saucers or coupes. However, when champagne evolved the glasses needed to change in like fashion. Nowadays, the glasses have narrow [...]
Like all other fine things in life, nice champagne needs to be treasured. Getting the best out of a glass of champagne can be a romantic moment which could help you relax after a stressful day. Imagine pouring a bottle of champagne and it spills all over you especially into disposable champagne glasses. A good [...]