The ambiance of a room can impact how people perceive the flavor of wine, and even how much they would pay for it. In a survey conducted at the Institute of Psychology at Johannes Gutenberg University in Mainz, Germany, researchers found that a certain atmosphere of...
In wine tasting, smell is the most important sense of all. Your sense of smell is ever present, regardless of your wine-tasting technique, while tasting is more intermittent. From the moment you open the bottle until you savor the final sips, the fragrance of the wine...
Wine tasting can be fun, educational, and enjoyable. An important winetasting tip when hosting is to pull together a carefully crafted selection of wines that may cater to the different tastes of your audience. That means including a mix of reds, whites, and perhaps a...
Zinfandel has been a favorite wine for centuries. The grape was originally brought to California during the Gold Rush and has been one of the favorites. Zinfandel is currently the third leading winegrape grown in California. While Zinfandel grapes originated in...
Plymouth and Amador County, California wineries are popular among wine enthusiasts, notably for the high-quality Red Zinfandel produced here. The bold flavors of the wine are widely admired, and guests in the tasting rooms are thrilled. Red Zinfandel’s rich taste and...
Zinfandel has long been a fan favorite among many wine lovers. While Cabernet Sauvignon and others have drawn past the notable Zin in recent years in popularity, the varietal continues to thrive in many areas. Grapes for this popular wine are grown in various regions,...
