Thoughts on refrigerating wines – right or wrong?
Do temperature changes have a negative effect on wine? Should we freeze and defrost our wines? Sometimes we put a bottle of wine in the refrigerator intending to consume it. But we forget about it there for a month and decide to take it back…
What are the correct serving temperatures for wine?
By serving your wine at the right temperature you help it bring out its flavor and aroma perfectly – but many, like many restaurants, serve their red wine too hot or their white wine too cold. Keep a few simple rules in mind. Red Wine…
Can a bottle of red wine go in the fridge?
In a nutshell…. Definitely yes!
4 ways to freeze wine faster
Are you in the mood for a glass of wine but don’t have the time to wait for your favorite “malagouzia” to freeze in the fridge? So that you don’t have to wait, we suggest four ways in which a bottle of wine can be…
Is it okay to put Ice in the Wine?
Nothing is more refreshing than a cool glass of wine when the weather is hot – but nothing is more boring than waiting for the wine to chill before drinking it. Is it allowed to quickly freeze the wine by throwing in ice cubes? Expert…
The components of wine
A grape berry is, by weight, approximately 75% pulp, 20% skin, and 5% seeds. Pulp, the soft, juicy center of the grape consists mostly of water, then sugar, followed by a miniscule amount of acids, minerals, pectin, and vitamins. The skins are responsible for the…
Wine Scores: How do they work?
A wine score is the quickest, simplest way for a wine critic to communicate their opinion about the quality of a wine. Often found alongside tasting notes, wine scores help consumers and collectors decide which wines to buy, and can be a powerful marketing tool….
Virtual Cooking Classes: a new trend rising
The COVID-19 pandemic turned many industries upside down. Among those affected, restaurants and the food industry experienced upheaval few could have predicted. Businesses adapted, though, and instead of customers coming to them, they came to the customers. The result: A rise in virtual cooking classes….
How to start your own cellar
Sooner or later, every wine lover begins laying down a few bottles to age. After all, there’s no better way to mark a special occasion or to make an ordinary occasion special than to pop the cork on a prized bottle that you’ve been saving….
Top Tips for Getting to Santorini
If you are planning your trip to Santorini and are struggling to arrange your transfer from the airport, you are in the right place! We have brought together some top tips to help you organise a stress-free journey from the airport to your accommodation. Holidays…
