You pick up a bottle of elegant French wine, but you stop short. You realize that you don’t understand some of the words on the label. Does this mean you have to put the bottle back? Not at all! Use this guide to learn how to read wine labels from France (and impress your friends later). Everyone starts somewhere, and there are plenty of tasty French wines that you should not miss out on.
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We’ve all been there — a birthday, anniversary, or holiday is coming up, and you’re trying to come up with creative gift ideas. The best way to come up with new and unique gifts is to keep the recipient’s interests in mind. If that special person in your life is a wine lover, we’ve got just the item for you. Making wine gift baskets might be just what you need. Enjoy these tips for making gift baskets with wine.
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When you get invited to a BYOB party, you have the chance to personalize your drink menu for the night. That’s always fun, plus who doesn’t enjoy an exciting time and cheap drinks? But there are so many different beverages you could tote in your cooler. So what are the best drinks to bring to a BYOB party? You know, those drinks that’ll really help you get in the spirit. The answer depends on several factors. Think about the type of party you’re going to, the potential to share with friends, and your tastes一all that will set you up for a bloody good night.
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Is there anything more celebratory than a bottle of something sparkling and bubbly? We think not. But when it comes to picking out the perfect beverage for that joyous occasion, we get a lot of questions: “What’s the difference between champagne and sparkling wine?”, “Why does champagne cost more?”, “Which one should I buy?” We hear you. It can be kind of confusing. But it doesn’t have to be. Grab a seat and let us teach you everything you need to know about fine fizzy wines.
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Almost any bottle of wine you pick up says ‘contains sulfites’. But, have you really ever learned what they are? Are they even bad for you? There does seem to be quite a bit of misconception around sulfites in wine. That is why we want to help clear some things up.
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Is there anything better than popping the cork of your favorite holiday wine? Quick answer: No. However, before you do, it’s important to understand that the average bottle of wine doesn’t have a long shelf life.
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You’ve been invited to the party of the summer. But, what should you bring? The number of beer and wine choices out there is staggering. And, if you’re overwhelmed by the options, don’t fret. Simply pick something off this list of popular beers and adult beverages and you’re golden.
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Feel that bead of sweat dripping down your forehead? That’s how you know summer is officially here. As temperatures continue to heat up, we’ll be cooling down the best way we know how: with frozen drinks. While drinks on the rocks are always good, these sweltering temps call for something even colder. There are a lot of great frozen drink recipes out there to help you beat the heat, but here are just a few of our favorites.
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With over 70 wineries in Maryland, there are plenty of worthy destinations to pay a visit to any time of year. So, grab some close friends, hop in the car and enjoy a memorable day of sightseeing, vineyard tours, and wine tasting. Here are the top 5 Maryland wine vineyards to visit in 2019.
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Summer is just around the corner. That means more time spent relaxing by the pool, the beach, lake, or simply in your backyard. The beautiful summer season calls for cookouts, sun-bathing, and spending time with friends and family. And, it’s always fun to mix up a few cocktails while you’re at it. Little Big Town says it best: “I know you know what I’m thinking. Why don’t we do a little day drinking”. Here are some easy and refreshing drink recipes for day drinking (responsibly, of course) to ensure a successful and enjoyable summer!
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