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<< previous page 1 next page>> written by Kristian Phillips Chardonnay is an extremely versatile grape, taking on the characteristics of the soil and climate from where it is grown. But this often causes confusion amongst wine drinkers who think that there is only one style of Chardonnay and therefore that every bottle will taste the similar, if not the same. In this article, we look to clear up any misunderstandings surrounding the grape and describe the full variety of styles of Chardonnay available. written by Rahul Rungta Shiraz is a well-liked little grape, often said to be one of the most popular in the wine world. It really started to make a name for itself when Australia started producing affordable versions a couple of decades ago. And with Shiraz production there going through the roof, many people consider the Aussies be masters of this grape. However, that’s not to say that any search for Shiraz should be focused just on Australia. This article will demonstrate that other winemaking countries have followed in Australian winemakers’ footsteps and are doing great things with the grape. written by Rahul Rungta Merlot is a very well known grape in the wine world and this is largely due to its role as a key blending buddy in wines from Bordeaux in France. However, the reputation that it has gained for producing some of the most prestigious and expensive wines on the planet (such as Margaux and Paulliac), arguably has overshadowed its use elsewhere. In this article, we demonstrate that Merlot is more than just a great blending partner and that it also has a really important role in its own right. written by Kristian Phillips If up and coming winemakers, a fantastic range of wines and great value are your thing, look no further - Chilean wine is for you. written by Jhoana Cooper The beaches of Brazil come at the top of many people’s lists when it comes to Latin travel. The large number of extremely beautiful resorts each having its own charm and beauty can be quite overwhelming. In north east Brazil, to the east of Sao Luiz, the Lencois National Park provides some of the best undeveloped beaches in all their pristine beauty, backed by glistening sand dunes running for a couple hundred kilometers. There is many a packages resort to choose from.
written by Kristian Phillips White wine is incredibly versatile and makes the ideal drink for a dinner party, celebration or, simply, for sipping with friends or family. And the good news is that, even if you don’t know much about white wine, it’s really easy to get the best from it. Follow these simple tips and you can’t go wrong. written by Kristian Phillips If you like red wine but don’t know much about it, you’ve come to the right place. In this article we look at some handy tips for buying and serving red wine. written by Kristian Phillips This article discusses South American wines and concentrates on the great viticulture of Argentina and Chile. These New World wines have been developed over hundreds of years but are only now becoming known to the British palate. written by Ken Ingraham The article speaks about the fulfilling and adventurous experiences that one gets if he or she opts to learn Spanish language in the beautiful country of Chile. written by Rahul Rungta The fifth Wines of Chile awards took place this year in the Chilean capital of Santiago. Falernia Estate, from the little-known northern region of Elqui, won three of the competition’s ten trophies. written by Shelia Gordon Planning a baby shower doesn't have to be difficult or expensive if you simply put a little thought into it. written by Rahul Rungta Not sure what to buy your friends or relatives this Christmas? Well, why not opt for a wine gift? It’s a definite crowd pleaser, looks classy and can be bought from the comfort of your armchair, so you simply can’t go wrong with it.
Buying wine gifts is easy. Just follow a few handy tips and you’ll have your Christmas shopping sorted in no time. written by Rahul Rungta Chile and Argentina are becoming more and more interesting as producing countries for the UK wine market. Argentina is an emerging producing nation and therefore well worth exploring. Personally I hadn’t visited either for 11 years, and so this year’s trip was a real eye-opener. written by Brian Smith Interesting TV channels in Chile written by Donna Hager There are as many different kinds of chili as there are cooks. Will the history of chili tell us where chili originated and what chili recipe is the best? written by Debbie Fontana If you want a hot tip on how to use your diet for more than just weight loss, try two-fer dieting. It doesn't get any hotter than this. written by rick chapo From the peaks of the Andes to the steamy rainforest, hiking South America is unlike anything you have done before. If you are going to South America, there are a couple of things to keep in mind. written by Suzy Davis Davis Dramatic landscapes provided us a continual Kodak moment throughout. It is late spring in the region and the weather was cooperative with a lot of sunshine. This however is a land where the unexpected is the norm, so we came prepared for occasional wind and rain. << previous page 1 next page>> |