Tag: Introduction To Wines
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An Introduction To Wine (Part 6): “The Earth’s Erogenous Zones”
As we have seen in the previous five posts, great wines don’t come from just anywhere. The earth has her own erogenous zones. There are a few places of harmonic convergence where every facet of the vineyard and every nuance of the grape fit together perfectly. In those rare places, both grapes and ground transform…
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An Introduction To Wine (Part 5): “Where It All Begins”
The third aspect where wine begins (the grape) is: 3. Tannin – is perhaps the most intellectually intriguing aspect of wine, especially red wine. It can significantly add to a wine’s greatness. To best understand the concept of tannin, think about the bitter, astringent (sour), taste of tea brewed too long. That same harshness can…
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An Introduction To Wine (Part 3): What To Look For?
Wine has five qualities: 1. Distinct Varietal Character In other words – “The more Granny Smith-ish the Granny Smith apple is, the more it can be savored and appreciated.” The same is true for grape varieties. Each variety of grape presents itself in a different way. You either love Bleu Cheese or you hate it,…