Published on February 22nd, 2012 in
winery
A centuries-old winemaking tradition and numerous national and international awards attest to the prestige of the wines from Tenerife.
The hard work of wine growers of the island, the use of indigenous strains and particular environmental conditions of Tenerife have resulted in the development of high quality wines, whose reputation is growing day by day, as evidenced by the numerous awards they harvest competitions in local, national and international.
The high quality of wines from Tenerife
The grape varieties listán black and negramoll are the most commonly used to produce the red wine . Experts stress the traditional wines made from this grape its intense fruity, dry mouth, and with good structure. To describe it as maceration red wine with body and with a long lingering aftertaste.
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Published on February 22nd, 2012 in
winery
Pisco is known as the traditional national drink of Peru.
Pisco is a Peruvian grape brandy that is obtained from the distillation of grape . The development of this liquor dates from Spanish colonial times when the grape was brought from the Canary Islands by the Spanish.
This liqueur is produced in the rocky desert floor of the province of Pisco and extends to the valleys of the departments of Lima , Ica , Arequipa , Moquegua and some valleys of the department of Tacna .
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Published on February 21st, 2012 in
winery
Wineries like cathedrals, wines with personality and a sun-drenched enclave makes the Port of Santa Maria a paradise for winemakers.
The province of Cadiz has a strong tradition winemaker who have developed tourist routes around the breeding, processing and marketing of different wines. One of these routes is El Puerto de Santa María , home of the wines , brandies and vinegars quality.
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Published on February 21st, 2012 in
winery
Traveling through the wine route in Mendoza, discovering the delight of the most sublime fruit of the vine in Argentina. A stroll through the cellars and places.
Argentine wine is known worldwide. Features fruit and tannin value of its production are a favorite at the time to enjoy the taste of good wine .
Wine production in Argentina
This wine from Mendoza is currently 60% of national production in Argentina. In quantitative terms, is the largest producer, competing with San Juan which is also an important part of the provinces of growing grapes.
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Published on February 19th, 2012 in
winery
Wineries, traditions, vintages and parts of Spain that produce the fruit of the vine. A stroll through the vineyards and taste of this beautiful European country.
To talk of wine Spanish must take into account the culture and customs of Spain, as the social relationship with wine and good food is very narrow.
The cuisine has a range of Mediterranean flavors and possibilities that are a feast for the palate, how could it be otherwise, a good meal accompanied by fine wines, which acquires a deep-rooted social and cultural importance since ancient times to the customs Spanish.
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To qualify is recommended wine tasting process, where the view is the starting point to get to the other senses.
The wines of the world represent a set of messages that come to our senses. The color, aroma, flavors and textures often confuse the amateur or novice in the tasting process , since the components are diverse and a large number of unique qualities, however, the review process remains available to all the famous three-step process involving successive three human senses: sight, smell and taste.
Wine Tasting on the appearance falls on the first examination
The view is the primary sense in the prosecution of interesting wines because through the wine’s appearance tells his story. Together with other elements as appropriate glasses, according to the family and the light, the view becomes the first possibility of identifying the quality, health, age and add among other features. Eye contact is essential for the posterior approach with the smell and taste.
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Wine is one of the most desired liquor in the world and is appreciated as the perfect companion for any occasion.
From an informal meeting with friends, holding up a romantic moment are ideal locations to take along a bottle of good wine, to give and share. The following tips will allow to get the most out of this exquisite drink.
- Identify the source, ie the prestige of the winery that produces it, where it comes from the region and the corresponding strain, this will not only give clues about the quality of the wine to be acquired, but also will get an idea the cost-effectiveness of the product. The price also influences, as the reserve wines will never be economic.
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Published on February 19th, 2012 in
Red Wines
Learning to stimulate sight, smell and taste to savor a good wine to dinner. The tasting is an art that can be mastered with practice.
There is no doubt. When a potential prospect invited a dinner is expected to choose a good place with a rich menu and a good drink. It highlights how acting from reaching the restaurant , how to address staff and how control of the situation in general.
But what can shield, is their knowledge when choosing a wine . Not just order it because it is at a certain price in the letter and the fame you have, but by tasting that he made when the wine reaches the table and the waiter serves you a bit in the glass to verify that the customer likes . Read the rest of this entry »
Published on February 15th, 2012 in
Wine Art
Even the best wine can be ruined if not taken care of some details at the time of serving, this is a key step to begin to enjoy this drink.
Learning to recognize and acquire a good wine are the first steps, learn how to serve ensures that you and your guests will delight to consume. Here are seven easy tips that are very useful and help you get better all the properties of this delicious drink.
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Published on February 15th, 2012 in
winery
The Toro wine has a long history and tradition. Its origin goes back to a time before the Roman settlement in the Iberian Peninsula. And, though passes through various stages in which its relevance is considerably boasted royal privileges in the Middle Ages and during the nineteenth century was exported in large quantities to France was not until 1987 when he obtained the recognition of the Denomination of Origin Toro , Control Board which is now home to over forty wineries.
Growing area of the DO of Toro
The extent of the Denomination of Origin Toro has 62,000 hectares of land, of which 8,000 are dedicated to hosting the vineyards, although only 5,500 of these are included in the Regulatory Council of Toro.
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