Wine Fundamentals

Fun Wine Facts

There is so much to learn about wine and the deeper you dig into its fantastic and exciting history the more you will learn. Lost for a discussion topic, look no further, we have put together some interesting facts about wine that you can share with your friends and loved ones the next time that you are together.

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What is a "Reserve" wine?

What does “Reserve” really mean?  How can you use this information to your advantage when choosing a wine? Are there any benefits to choosing a “reserve” wine over other wines?

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Selecting Wines for Spring

Spring is here. In addition to local wines, we discuss which classics from around the world pair with our short but sweet season here in Texas.

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Beyond the Label: A Guide to Assessing Wine Quality

Is the quality of a wine subjective? A casual wine fan would likely argue yes, while a wine professional would be happy to dispute that. We will look at what attributes are investigated when determining a wine's quality.

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Why Do Some Wines Age Well and Others Do Not?

No exact science is used to determine whether a bottle of wine has the ability to age or not. Wines change as they age, but the majority of them do not improve.

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The Difference Between Old World and New World Wines

Old World and New World Wine, what exactly does that mean?  We break it down for you and share some fundamental concepts that will help bring clarity. 

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