Wine Gift: Riedel Wine Glasses
Riedel has been making the world’s premiere wine glasses for more than 250 years. For the serious wine collector, they’re almost a necessity. For the more casual wine enthusiast, they’re a beautiful,...
View ArticleWine Glasses 101
In addition to looking sophisticated and fun, wine glasses come in various shapes and sizes to bring out the best in your wine. For instance, a typical red wine glass is larger and more rounded than...
View ArticleLook at Those (Wine) Legs!
With appropriately-matched, quality wine glasses like Riedel Sommelier Wine Glasses or Riedel Vinum Extreme Wine Glasses, it is not only easier to notice the characteristic fragrances and tastes of...
View ArticleRiesling: The Chameleon Grape
Rieslings are fantastic wines that wear many hats. Often referred to as being a “chameleon grape”, Riesling grapes really do play many roles. In fact, the wines they produce range from those that are...
View ArticleFather’s Day Gift Ideas for Golfers & Wine Lovers (and what dad isn’t one of...
Dads deserve appreciation all the time, but it’s especially important to make Father’s Day the one day that your dad will remember forever—or, at least, until next June. And today, you’re in luck: if...
View ArticleDecant, and Taste the Difference!
In a previous post, Dine With Open Wine, we discussed some of the benefits of decanting wine. While it’s one thing to read about what decanting does to a wine, experiencing it is another matter. And...
View ArticleMusical Wine Glasses
Image courtesy of violinstudent.com When was the last time you ran a moistened finger along the rim of a crystal wine glass, making it sing? Perhaps, after reading this post, you’ll give it a try...
View ArticleThe Importance of Champagne Flutes
Did you ring in the New Year with a flute of Champagne? Honestly, we wouldn’t blame you for hiding your nice flutes from rowdy NYE party-goers, but for quieter occasions there’s no substitute for a...
View ArticleWhat to Look for in Tawny Port
Unlike its ruby cousin, tawny port’s signature color is a bit lighter, as is its body. Simply put, it’s a more delicate wine that exhibits some of the softer traits of vintage port. Unlike expensive...
View ArticleCustom Accents for Wine Cellars: Artwork
Collectors building custom wine cellars often struggle with a question: “How do I make my wine cellar reflect me?” Wine is your true passion, so you want your wine cellar to be more than just rows and...
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