How to correctly read a wine label. The label is usually a piece of paper that contains information useful to the consumer, and that adheres to the bottle. Currently there are also labels of other materials that can be placed in the wine bottle.
The label in most occasions on the only information we have about a wine before consuming it, that is why the information it contains and the way of exposing it is of vital importance.
The labels of the wines are usually two: the main label that is placed on the front and the counter-label on the back.
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Ideal temperature for a red wine
Ideal temperature for a red wine. The temperature at which we serve a red wine is more important than most people realize.
The temperature of the wine varies depending on the type of wine and the grape with which it is made.
When we drink a red wine, the aromas and flavors that we appreciate will depend to a large extent on the temperature of the wine.
Types of grapes most used in Spanish red wines
Types of grapes most used in Spanish red wines. The most used types of grapes are diverse and of different regions.
Spain wine country par excellence has a very rich range of varieties of grapes most of them recognized worldwide.
Some are autochthonous and others are adapted and imported from other latitudes.
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What we have to take into account when giving a wine
What we should take into account when giving a wine, if we really want to make a good gift and look good.
Wine is a product that always like to receive as a gift. Therefore, it gives us the peace of mind to be able to guess if we decide to give it away.
It can be used to give to friends, as well as to relatives.
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What is the terroir of wines
What is terroir of wines? The climate, the grape, the land and the orientation of the vineyard, all this includes the concept “terroir”.
It is therefore a word that groups within itself, some basic concepts of the composition of a wine.
The wine no longer only depends on its preparation and aging, nowadays thanks to advanced techniques, the concept of “terroir” is the result of research into different aspects that encompass wine.
Its origin is French, to differentiate the wines produced in a specific area with specific characteristics. Sometimes the concept covers whole regions.
Granxa Pegullal: High Quality Products.
The Granxa Pegullal and its High Quality Products. In an area of Galicia, specifically in Salceda de Caselas in the province of Pontevedra stands the PEGULLAL PEACE, which was built in the 18th century.
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Surrounded by a monumental wall that surrounds the farm. It is chaired by a majestic access gate. Crowned with the coat of arms of the Correa, Mendoza, Quirós, Sarmiento and Sotomayor families.
In addition, this luxury Galician architecture of this time, has a double access staircase that ends in a balustrade sun. Continue reading Granxa Pegullal: High Quality Products.
Best Organic Wine in the World.
Best Organic Wine in the World. The Palmeri Navalta wine from the Campo de Borja Denomination of Origin is recognized as the Best Organic Wine in the World at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles.
The Queen of Albariño awarded Order of Knights of Wine
The Queen of Albariño awarded Order of Knights of Wine. The Foundation, created in 1984 by “Wines from Spain” of the Economic and Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain.
Located in London, each year this institution “puts in solfa” two new characters.
Elected by secret ballot, recognizing and highlighting their work in the promotion of Spanish wines in the United Kingdom.
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The old Cava in an artisanal way
The old Cava in an artisanal way, is produced by the noble Vilarnau family. It was established in the 12th century in this privileged land of Penedes.
The name of the VILARNAU cava, is the etymological result of Vila Arnau.
Take the wine where you go.
Take the wine where you go. What wine lover would not like to carry a little wine with them wherever they go.
Today there are different ways to carry a little wine, easily and comfortably when you go out.
Since ancient times, there have been different ways of transporting wine in a particular way.
How to match wine with each type of food
How to match wine with each type of food. Today we will explain how to match the wine with each type of food. A few months ago we explained part of this content, and now we want to expand. We remember what we said in his day:
It is about those who know less about the world of wine, but like to organize meals or dinners with friends, or simply be at a meal and have to choose a wine, know the general guidelines, and have a food matching guide and wines.
How to read the wine tasting notes.
Many times we have asked ourselves how to read the wine tasting notes, in order to understand their function much better.
The first thing we must do to correctly understand the wine tasting notes, is to put the five senses in maximum concentration, to be able to perfectly understand the characteristics of the wines.
We are going to define the steps to taste a wine, without losing sight of the fact that we want to do something that illustrates and is pleasant to us, and not boring.
The wine tasting notes are the result of the tasting of the wines, and their summary of what is perceived put on a paper.
The wine tasting notes are reflected in the wine tasting sheet, and are the wine ratings, and these generally speak of:
Monticello wineries family tradition
Monticello wineries family tradition. Montecillo wineries Rioja authenticity and family tradition. Montecillo has presented its new vintages and some of its novelties: such as the Montecillo Blanco Fermentado en Barrica 2016, and Montecillo Rosé 2016, both of D.O.Ca. Rioja
It will also be the perfect setting for the launch of its Limited Edition 2010.
Montecillo Limited Edition 2010, has recently been awarded a Gold Bacchus and Andreas Larsson, Best Sommelier in the World (2007 ASI).
He has awarded him 90 points in his last blind tasting; is the modern expression of the eternal and authentic Rioja, the most contemporary and at the same time, the most timeless wine of Montecillo.
It is the alliance of two ancestral varieties, Tempranillo and Graciano.
To offer an extraordinary wine, of which only 34,000 numbered and autographed bottles are made by its winemaker, Mercedes García. Continue reading Monticello wineries family tradition
The steps of tasting a Rioja wine
The steps of tasting a Rioja wine, to be able to capture and appreciate all the characteristics of the wine, are closely linked to the sensations that it transmits to us in each of the senses.
Do you know funny wine bottle labels and names
Increasingly, today’s life demands innovation, exclusivity, modernity and a myriad of differentiating concepts. Funny Wine Bottle Labels are no exception and are also part of the world today.
Thus, more and more frequently, we observe the use of modern symbols and names in wines, in contrast to the shields, noble titles, and classic names.
These novelties affect both bottles, labels, flavors, etc.
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Two Spanish wines in the top 20 of Wine Spectator
Spanish wines top 20. Two are the Spanish wines that have been classified among the first 20 references selected by Wine Spectator in the year 2016.
One more year Wine Spectator has analyzed studied and the stories of the most peculiar wines.
In 2016 more than 18,000 blind tastings have been made to select the wines that will enter the tops 100.
Therefore, the importance of the Spanish wines that have been selected and that here we reflect those that have remained within the first 20.
France, Italy and the USA represent two-thirds of the selected wines. First of all:
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The ten main wine regions in Spain that you should know
There are ten main Spanish wine regions in Spain that you should know if you are interested in the world of wine.
In Spain wine is produced practically in most of the regions of this country.
Nevertheless, some Spanish wine regions, have a greater tradition in the elaboration of their wines. Its denominations of origin enjoy a reputation in many parts of the world.
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The wine to accompany the salmon this Christmas.
The wine to accompany the salmon this Christmas. When thinking about a wine for Christmas meals, we should also think about what kind of food we are going to put.
Depending on the chosen meal, we will think of one wine or another. There are wines that combine better with meats, others with fish, and others depending on the type of food combination.
Everyone knows that red wine goes better with meats, and white wines with fish. But there are also rosés that fit perfectly, in these celebratory meals.
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Beer or Wine, what is appropriate for each situation?
Beer or Wine, what is appropriate for each situation?. If we leave out the subject of alcohol graduation, the situations in which to drink wine or beer can be different.
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How to taste a wine in a restaurant step by step
How to taste a wine in a restaurant is not something simple, but not complicated.
Firstly, we will indicate the parameters in which we should look.
Without being an expert in the matter, we can get out of the way if we have to taste the wine.
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How to open a bottle of wine correctly, so as not to spoil it.
How to open a bottle of wine correctly, so as not to spoil it. The first thing to know before opening a bottle of wine .:
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Reasons to drink wine in Bag in Box.Lee and you will know.
Drink wine in Bag in Box. This system of storing wine is quickly gaining ground on the market.
The reason is the ease of storing a large quantity of wine, its transportation and the price.
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Where to do a spanish wine tasting in madrid.
Where to do a spanish wine tasting in madrid. Spanish wine tasting madrid . Wine tastings are more and more frequent outside the traditional wine-growing areas.
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History of wine from ancient times
History of wine from ancient times goes back to the years 8000 to 5000 A.C. It is said that at that time between Georgia and Iran the first wines were produced.
The first crops are known in the Bronze Age in the East region, in Egypt.
Subsequently, the vine also reaches Asia and specifically China.
The 10 most original wineries in Spain – Part Two
The 10 most original wineries in Spain, are not always known. In this second part of the article, we continue with the original wineries.
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