The Art of Wine Tasting

Do you simply drink wine, or do you taste wine? Anyone can drink wine, but it takes practice to be able to recognize and distinguish a wine's characteristics.



Learn about tasting techniques and terms, how smell and taste are integral to the enjoyment of wine, the proper way to serve wine and what types of wine glasses are appropriate for certain wines, where you can go to participate in a wine tasting and how to act when you are there. We have also included links to other sites on the Internet that have to do with wine tasting and enjoyment.

Wine Clubs
If you are just starting to learn about wine and are interested in tasting a variety of wines, joining a wine club may be worth trying. With the recent changes in American law, wine vendors may now offer their wares over the internet.Most online wine clubs are reasonably inexpensive and a great way to explore the growing range of wines on the market. This is definitely a good route if you'd like to taste a variety of wines inexpensively.

A lot of people enjoy a glass of wine, but for some, wine plays a more prominent role. Adding a wine cellar to your home, whether it is simple shelves in your basement or a high-tech climate controlled room, takes your wine expertise to a whole new level. But don't fall into the trap of thinking that adding a wine cellar will increase your property value. If this is your primary goal, look at other home improvement ideas.

Several recent studies suggest that drinking red wine in moderation can help maintain your good health. Taking your medicine has never been more enjoyable! Better cardiovascular health, lowered blood pressure and decreased cholesterol levels are only a few of the benefits of moderate red wine consumption. Learn more about the health benefits of red wine.

If you are new to the wine arena, you may be confused by the jargon on wine labels, not confident when ordering wine at a restaurant or making a selection for a special occasion, and unsure what the difference is between a rosé and a blush wine. Learn about wine types and how to choose wines.

Find a really good older wine to share at a wine tasting from a vintage chart. What are vintage charts? Vintage charts are easy reference guides to the excellent, the good and the not so great wines from various wine regions. Learn more about vintages of Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne and Port on these vintage charts.

Ever wonder why some wines complement certain foods so well? Why shouldn't you drink a red wine with fish? What type of wine should you serve at your next dinner party? Find the answers to these questions and more at food and wine.

A good wine is smooth and delightful, leaving you feeling as content as a purring feline. Occasionally you may come across a wine that tastes off, musty or moldy. Rest assured, this is not the way a wine should taste! The two major causes of wine decline are cork taint and oxidation. Learn why wine spoils and what you should do if your taste buds are knocked flat by a tainted wine.

Great Wines Under $15 from MoreWinesDirect.com

Pebejae Syrah 2005

Foggy Ridge Merlot 2005

Bouchon Cabernet Sauvignon 2005

Cano Cosecha Toro 2005

Chilcas Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah 2004

Las Almas Cab-Syrah 2004

Fenestra True Red Lot 20

Ledgewood Creek Sauvignon Blanc 2005

Richland Shiraz 2006

Mosaic Chardonnay 2004

Via Agua Fresca Sauvignon Blanc 2006

Las Almas Chardonnay 2004

Finca Retiro Malbec 2004

Dancing River Chardonnay 2006

Laughing Raven Sauvignon Blanc 2004, (California)