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Sangria Recipes
Sangria recipes come in all shapes, sizes, with about as many variations as they are ideas; however, the common denominators in the vast majority of Sangria recipes are wine, fruit and bubbly water or soda.

Basic Sangria
The beauty of the basic Sangria recipe is that it's as delicious as it is easy, but it only gets better as you spice it up with your own additions! Really, it is hard to add the "wrong" ingredient here, think favorite fruits, spice and liquors. Chill and enjoy!

Party Sangria Recipe
This Sangria recipe is perfect for big summer parties - always a favorite, you may consider doubling the recipe.

Fruity Sangria
This Sangria recipe maximizes the fruit content and adds a new twist, using a white wine, instead of the traditional reds (however, if you are a red wine fiend - feel free to still use your favorite red). Buckle-up for a fruit-punch like flavor that is perfect for a backyard BBQ this summer.

Red Wine Basics
red wine basics

Host a Wine Tasting Party
A Wine Tasting Party is an ideal way to get friends and family together to learn about wine and experiment with new or unusual varieties. Pairing wines with cheeses will only enhance your tasting experience. Read on for a list of ideal cheese and wine pairings.

Mimosa Recipes
Mimosas are often associated with special occasions or brunch events, bring your special occasion to a new level with a few new Mimosa recipes. From the traditional OJ and champagne to the Mama Mimosa, these recipes promise to add a festive flare to any occasion.

Basic Mimosa Recipe
It doesn't get any easier than this, the basic Mimosa recipe calls for a bottle of your favorite champagne and orange juice. Two dashes of each and you are in business to celebrate a wedding, Mother's day, whatever the occasion - nothing says fancy brunch like a Mimosa.

White Wine Sangria Recipe
Basic White Wine Sangria Recipe

How to Taste Wines
Learn the basics of wine tasting - look, smell and taste, it's that easy.

Spicy Sangria Recipe
Hot and spicy Sangria, a super summertime delight!

Chardonnays
An overview of chardonnay wines, complete with flavor descriptions, food pairing options and recommended chardonnays for under $15.

Selecting wines
How to Select Wines

Mother's Day Gift Ideas
Wine Gifts. Great wine gift ideas for Mother's Day.

Clean Red Wine Spills
Cleaning Red wine stains

Dessert and Ice Wines
Top Ten Picks for the best dessert and ice wines available.

Wine & Chocolate
Some say it cannot be done, pairing wine with chocolate, but if you have the right wine to complement the right chocolate it can be a match made in heaven! Whether you are pairing a delicate white chocolate or a lively dark chocolate with wine, there are a few pairing tips to keep in mind. Below is a selection of fine wines to serve next to your favorite white, milk or dark chocolate. Wines were reviewed and recommended based on taste, pairing compatability and price.

Rieslings
Riesling Wines, Germany's greatest grape has made a name for itself in the modern wine market. Easy to pair with a wide-variety of foods and relatively easy to grow, make this wine a popular choice for wine connoisseurs and wine masters alike.

Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a full-bodied red wine that boasts considerable meal pairing versatility. While a frail grape to grow, when harvested under ideal circumstances it promises to compliment many meals and social gatherings.

French Wine Regions
There are seven primary wine-producing regions in France. Alsace, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Loire, Languedoc-Roussillon, Provence and Rhone comprise the dominant French wine regions, with particular tribute paid to the red varietals of Bordeaux, Burgundy and the Rhone Valley.

Cabs
Cabernet Sauvignon wines defined, described and recommended, along with food pairing suggestions to accompany your favorite Cabs.

Shiraz/Syrah
Shiraz and Syrah defined, flavors profiled, food pairings suggested and producers recommended.

Riesling Wines From \$11-25
Top Riesling wine recommendations from four different countries for under $20. Get tried and true suggestions for easy to find Rieslings that are sure to pair well with your next Asian, seafood or cheese and cracker combination.

Champagne
Champagne and celebrations go hand-in-hand. Find out how Champagne is produced and grab a few suggestions for buying and pairing Champagne with your next celebration.

Wine Trivia
Wine trivia includes interesting wine-related facts and figures with a bit of wine history sprinkled in.

Value Wines
Everybody loves a "good" wine find, it's even better when the find doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Check out these well-rated wines with equally attractive value pricing. Value wines are determined by the quality and cost relationship. Learn how to buy Cheap wines with good flavor and character.

Italian Wine Guide
Italian wines have a depth and character not seen in New World wines. The wines of Italy are reknown for their variety and versatility.

Malbec
Malbec wines defined.

Great Cabs Under \$10
Cabernet Sauvignon recommendations priced from $6-10

Pinot Grigio / Pinot Gris
Italy's most popular white wine produced from the Pinot Grigio or Pinot Gris grape varietal.

Peach White Sangria Recipe
White wine sangria recipe with peaches

White Lightning Sangria Recipe
White wine sangria recipe

wine and Italian Chicken recip
A super easy, ultra tasty recipe that calls for white wine, a packet of Italian salad dressing mix, chicken and pasta.

French Wines
Take a look at red and white wines from the famed French growing regions. Find out which wines hail from which regions of France, along with reviews and recommendations for key wine varietals and much more. French wines are an adventure in themselves!

Passion Fruit Mimosa
This recipe takes the Basic Mimosa and turns it up a notch! Once you've enjoyed a Passion Fruit Mimosa, it is unlikely that you'll settle for the standard OJ and bubbles during your next celebratory brunch.

Merlot
Merlot defined, with flavor profile, food pairings and key producers listed.

Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc defined, with flavor profiles and food pairing suggestions. Also includes a few key producers to try.

Pairing Wines
Pairing your favorite wines with foods should not be a daunting endeavor. Quick tips provide a starting point, but really matching foods and wines comes down to matters of personal preference.

Strawberry Sangria Recipe
Strawberry Sangria Recipe

White Wine Basics
white wine basics

Passion Fruit Sangria
Use pineapple and passion fruit juice mixed with a sweet white wine, to make an unforgettable Sangria.

Bargainitalianwines
Interested in trying Italian wines, but not sure how to read the labels, determine the DOC or figure out who makes what where? Look no further, here are ten reasonably priced Italian wines to get you started.

baked brie recipe
Baked brie recipe

Wine and Cheese Tastings
Wine and Cheese Tastings

Pinot Noir Recs \$10 and under
Pinot Noir recommendations very reasonably priced from $6-10.

Wedding Wines
When the subject of weddings come up, visions of meaningful wedding toasts and wonderful, bubbly champagnes often come to mind. But which champagne should your offer at your wedding? What about the best wedding wines to serve and savor on your special day? If you are a Wine Lover and are hoping to incorporate your passion for the vine into your big day there are plenty of unique and creative options to do just that!

Rieslings under \$10
Best Value Rieslings under $10

pair wine and cheese
Pairing Wine and Cheese

Gewurztraminer
Gewurztraminer wines are one of the hardest wines to pronounce, yet one of the easiest to drink. "Gewurz," meaning "spicy" in German is an apt indication of the wine's character and zest.

Let Your Wine Breathe a Bit
The whole concept of letting wine breathe, or aerate, is simply maximizing your wine's exposure to the surrounding air. By allowing wine to mix and mingle with air, the wine will typically warm up and the wine's aromas will open up, the flavor profile will soften and mellow out a bit and the overall flavor characteristics should improve.

wine legs
The streaks that form on a wine glass when the wine is swirled, are they and indicator of quality or merely physics at work?

Mama Mimosa
Take your traditional Mimosa recipe and add a delicate splash of an orange liquer - this Mimosa is not called the "Mama Mimosa" for nothing!

Organic Wines
An introduction and review of Organic wines that are available to today's savvy consumer.

Wine Gift Ideas
Wine Gifts Christmas Gifts

The Vertical Wine Tasting
The Vertical Wine Tasting

Zinfandel
Zinfandel defined.

The Big Eight Wine Tasting
The Big Eight Wine Tasting

The Patriot Sangria
The beauty of the Patriot Sangria recipe is that it's as delicious as it is easy, but it only gets better as you spice it up with your own additions! Really, it is hard to add the "wrong" ingredient here, think favorite fruits, spice and liquors. Chill and enjoy!

Cooking with Wines
How to cook with wines to enhance a variety of dishes.

Pinot Noir Recs from \$11-20
Pinot Noir wine recommendations priced from $11-20.

The Horizontal Wine Tasting
The Horizontal Wine Tasting

A Closer Look at Wine Closures
Screw caps on wine bottles, were once a sign of inferior wines, but they are on their way to becoming the wine bottle closure of choice for many winemakers.

Wine Clubs
Wine club reviews and wine club recommendations consolidated on a single site.

New Zealander Sangria
Sangria recipes come in all shapes, sizes, with about as many variations as they are ideas; however, the common denominators in the vast majority of Sangria recipes are wine, fruit and bubbly water or soda.

10 Ways to Tour the California
10 Ways to Tour the California Wine Country: Napa Valley and Sonoma County

Wine Serving Temps
Wine serving temperatures vary depending on the varietal and style.

Pinot Blanc
Pinot Blanc wines defined, described and recommended.

Value Merlots
Top ten reasonably priced Merlot wines for under $10.

Italian Wine Classifications
Italian Wines Classification systems.

How to Order Wines
An insider's guide on how to order wine at a restaurant.

Rose Wines
Rosé Wines

Irish Toasts and Blessings
A collection of the best Irish Toasts, Blessings and Proverbs.

Chardonnay Bargains
Great Chardonnay recommendations priced under $10.

Chardonnay Recommendations
Affordability, availability and flavors that bow to most people’s palates, make Chardonnays an exceptional wine to have on hand for all occassions. Recommended Chardonnays are available in most states for under $15.

value shiraz
Find the best values in Shiraz and Syrah wines for under $10.

St. Patty's Day Sangria
Irish Sangria uses Irish Whiskey and red Wine for Saint Patrick's Day

Chenin Blanc
Chenin Blanc wines defined, described and recommended. Food pairings and pronounciation guide for Chenin Blanc.

Poached Pear Recipe
wine poached pear recipe dessert wine recipe

Dessert Wine Club Review
A review of Sutter Home's Sweet and Dessert Wine Club.

Wines for Grilling
Tips for matching wines with grilled foods and barbecue for summer fun.

Cabernet Sauvignon Review
Red wine reviews. A review of four terrific Cabernet Sauvignons, that would work well in a tasting flight or solo. Price range $8-25. Cabs from Columbia-Crest, Gundlach Bundschu, McManis Family Vineyards and Penfolds.

Chianti
Chianti, is both a wine and a wine growing zone in Italy's north-central region.

The Wine and Chocolate Tasting
The Wine and Chocolate Tasting

Barolo Wine Recommendations
Barolo Wine Recommendations

Tannins
Definition of Tannins in Wines

Old World vs. New World Wine T
Old World vs. New World Wine Tasting

Wine Sulfites
wine sulfites

pocket wine guide
Best Value Wines pocket guide

Sangiovese Definition
Sangiovese definition of Italy's dominating red grape.

Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Franc is a red grape grown in the Bourdeaux and Loire Valley regions of France to produce a fruity, red wine that is delicious both in blended and varietal form.

White Wine and Porto Mushrooms
White Wine and Mushrooms

California Wine Club
Wine clubs are a dime a dozen these days, most offering a variety of wines that may or may not be all that up to snuff. In blows a fresh breeze...the California Wine Club. Read a full review of the California Wine Club.

Wine - HowTos
An index of HowTos for the Wine guide site.

Wine - Recipes
An index of Recipes for the Wine guide site.

Acidity
A working definition of the acidity found in wine.

Champagne Quotes
Great Champagne quotes to share at your next Champagne occasion.

Meads
What exactly is Mead? It is a delicious honey wine that has been made and enjoyed for centuries. Some believe it is the world's oldest alcoholic drink.

chilling wines
Quick tips for chilling white wines.

Washing Wine Glasses
It sounds simple enough, I mean you wash juice and milk glasses all the time, what could be so special about washing a wine glass? Truth is, wine glasses do need just a bit more care in the washing arena. Keep in mind that the liquid in the wine glass is typically a bit pricier than your jug of milk or orange juice, so the extra measures to ensure a clean glass could be viewed as merely protecting your investment.

Varietal
Define: Varietal. Varietals are the types of wines made from a specific variety of grape. For example, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are two types of varietals.

Jacobs creek
Three of Jacob's Creek wines are reviewed and recommended as great "value" wines. Give them a go for yourself: Grenache Shiraz, Chardonnay and Riesling.

Beaujolais Nouveau
Beaujolais Nouveau defined.

Top 10 Holiday Wines
Top Ten Wines for the Holidays

champagnes picks
Champagne and Sparkling Wine Picks for new year's

Serving Champagne
An overview of optimal serving conditions and food pairings for Champagnes and sparkling wines.

Wine's Body
Light-bodied, medium-bodied or full-bodied - wines come in a variety of weights and concentrations.

Wines and pizza
Tip top wine recommendations to accompany your favorite Friday night pizza pie.

V. Sattui
V. Sattui Winery Profile wine tastings and tours

Trebbiano
Working definition of Italy's Trebbiano grape.

Cellar's Wine Club
A review of the Cellar's Wine Club

Clos Du Val
Clos Du Val winery

CA Wine Club's Top 10
Wine clubs are a dime a dozen these days, most offering a variety of wines that may or may not be all that up to snuff. In blows a fresh breeze… the California Wine Club. Here are Bruce Boring's Top 10 Picks for Best Boutique Wineries.

Piedmont
Italy's dominating Piedmont region, situated in northwest Italy, provides the landscape for growing the red Nebbiolo grape. The Nebbiolo grape gives rise to both the Barolo and Barbaresco wines - two red wines with international acclaim.

Nebbiolo
The Red Nebbiolo grape gives rise to both Barolo and Barbaresco wines.

KL Wine Club
A review of K&L Wine Club's Signature Red Collection

What to Drink with What You Ea
book review for what to drink with what to eat pairing food and wine

Gifts for Wine lovers
christmas gifts for wine lovers weddings birthdays father's day gifts mother's day gifts

shafer
Sustainable farming trends in the wine industry and beyond.

Red Wine Clubs
Red Wine Clubs

Mulled Wines
Mulled wines, a seasonal favorite, learn how to make this classic mulled wine recipe - winter's best warming wine.

Pairing Wine with Soup
How to pair wine with soup, chili, and chowder.

Aroma
The aroma of wine is a key component of the total wine tasting experience.

Aging Wines
The process of aging wines

Thanksgiving Wines
A Thanksgiving wine guide for your Turkey day.

Vino Vocab
Vino Vocab - A Reference for Italian Wine Terms

Wine - Articles
An index of Articles for the Wine guide site.

Wine Online
Wine Online - the Best Sites for Buying Wine Online Online Wine Buying Guide

Balance
A wine's balance refers to how it handles the key components of acidity, alcohol, tannins and overall flavor does one component overpower the other or do they complement each other with each sip?

GM Wine Club Review
A review of the Gold Medal Wine Club.

New Year Toast
New Year's Eve toasts and quotes to make your evening a little more fun!

Terroir
Terroir defined

Sommelier
Sommelier defined.

Red Wine Club Review
A review of the California Reds Wine Club.

Sake
What is Sake? How is Sake made?

Duckhorn Winery Profile
Duckhorn Vineyards Winery Profile

Pinot Gris
Pinot Gris

Decant
Decant defined.

Christmas Dinner Wine Recs
Wine suggestions to accompany Christmas dinner. Whether you're serving ham, turkey, goose or prime rib - there is a red and white wine recommendation that is sure to please the guests gathered around your table.

Appellations
A working definition of wine appellations.

stocking Stuffers
Stocking stuffers for wine lovers

Wine - TopPicks
An index of TopPicks for the Wine guide site.

Shafer Vineyard's Wines
Shafer Vineyards utilizes smart, sustainable farming practices to cultivate some top-notch wines. Recommended wines include, "Firebreak" (a Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon blend), "Relentless" (a Syrah, petite Sirah blend)and their "Red Shoulder Ranch" Chardonnay.

big bold reds review
A review of Wine.com's Big Bold Reds Wine Club.

Jacob's Creek Heritage
An interview on Jacob's Creek new wine series, the Heritage Range, with chief winemaker, Philip Laffer.

Port
Port wines defined

Valentines gift ideas
Wine Gifts. Great gift ideas for the wine enthusiast in your life. From wine accessories to wine club memberships, take a peek at the hottest ideas for Valentine's Day.

White Wine Club Review
A review of the Solo Bianco White Wine Club.

Biodynamic Wines
Definition of Biodynamic wines.

Wines of Israel
Wines of Israel

Mead Recs
Mead, or honey wine, while widely available in the Old World, is becoming increasingly popular in the New World. Here are some tried and true Mead recommendations. If you have a Mead suggestion or two that you'd like to share, please post it on the Wine Forum.