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Vintage Charts - Wine Spectator
WEBWine Spectator Podcasts. Our overall vintage ratings for Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, the Rhône Valley, Alsace and the Loire, with the best years for each and when to drink the wines.
Decanting 101 - Wine Spectator
WEBMar 26, 2019 · Remove the capsule and cork; wipe the bottle neck clean. Hold a light under the neck of the bottle; a candle or flashlight will work well. Pour the wine into the decanter slowly and steadily, without stopping; when you get to the bottom half of the bottle, pour even more slowly. Stop as soon as you see the sediment reach the neck of the bottle.
7 Tips for Storing Wine — Best Temperature and Bottle Position
WEBSep 21, 2023 · 3. Avoid Places With Wide Temperature Fluctuations. More important than worrying about achieving a perfect 55° F is avoiding the landmines of rapid, extreme or frequent temperature swings. On top of cooked flavors, the expansion and contraction of the liquid inside the bottle might push the cork out or cause seepage.
What's unique about Vitis vinifera grapes? And why were they …
WEBSep 23, 2015 · Vitis vinifera is the most well-known, and includes thousands of varieties, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, and most of the types of grapes you associate with making wine. I think the fact that Vitis vinifera is native to the Mediterranean is the biggest reason for its success—it’s relatively easy to grow there, and Europe has a ...
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Sangiovese - Wine Spectator
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What is a Ripasso? - Wine Spectator
WEBOct 10, 2007 · Dear Chris, Ripasso is an Italian red wine from Verona's Valpolicella region. It goes through a wacky winemaking process where the young wine made from Corvina, Molinara, and Rondinella grapes is traditionally fermented with the skins and lees left over from making Amarone—which is a wine made from partially dried grapes.
How Much Sugar Is In Wine? Calories, Sugar and Carbs Per Glass
WEBSep 21, 2023 · The USDA also offers some guidance: According to its website, an average dry table wine has 1 to 2 grams of sugar in a standard 5-ounce serving, and sweet wines, such as Sauternes, Port and ice wine, which are usually served in smaller amounts, contain around 8 grams of sugar per 3.5-ounce pour (though this can vary).