At its heart, the trick to pairing food and wine is either to find something that brings complementary flavors together or a match that contrasts and cuts through. Find wines that balance the weight of the food so that you can taste both. But always remember that we all have different tastes, so a pairing […]
The glorious, sun-drenched vineyards of the Temecula Valley, and of course the incredible wines they yield, are the top enticement for visitors to Southern California’s wine country. Yet, there is so much more to Temecula’s appeal besides its scenery and award-winning wineries. A full-bodied, well-balanced experience in Temecula includes a range of indoor activities along […]
One of the most exciting parts about a wine tasting tour, other than seeing the stunning landscape, is trying a spectrum of wines. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur or want to experience a fun weekend with your friends, private wine tastings tick all the boxes. When attending a wine tasting, it can be overwhelming at […]
Humans have been aging wine since the time of the Ancient Egyptians. As this ancient society created tighter seals and increased their knowledge of preservatives, older wines gained popularity. So much so that hundreds of wine bottles were found in King Tut’s tomb. The Ancient Greeks and Romans followed suit, and today, the aging process […]
Whether it’s a Friday night or you’re too busy to cook after work on a Wednesday, take-out is a quick fix. If you’ve been getting more into the art of food and wine pairing, know that you can still enjoy your favorite glass of red or white with the take-out meal of your choice. Wine […]
If you’re looking for a white wine with a dry finish that contains hints of apples and baking spices, you need a bottle of Sweet Oaks 2018 Grandma’s Chardonnay. Like the other wines produced by Sweet Oaks, the grapes for this Chardonnay have been grown at our picturesque estates in the Temecula Valley. That means […]
It is not the oldest wine-growing region in the United States, but California is the most iconic and the most influential. This status was not achieved by accident. Californian winegrowers worked hard to achieve dominance in the marketplace. Their contribution has helped to cement wine’s place as one of the US’s most well-loved beverages. It […]
There is a real difference between drinking wine and tasting wine. Like anything, wine tasting is a skill that can be honed and improved. And who wouldn’t want to put the hours in when it comes to a hobby as delicious as wine? Read on to discover how you can improve your palate, increase your […]
No matter how much you might love red wine, sometimes you just can’t finish the whole bottle. And that’s okay because you can put it away to enjoy another day! But a common question is what’s the best way to store red wine to keep it fresh? Should it be stored in the fridge for […]
Syrah, also known as Shiraz (depending on where its produced), is the offspring of two ancient varietals. This dark-skinned grape variety is grown worldwide, including Temecula Valley, Southern California’s wine country. This region offers excellent growing conditions, allowing wineries like Sweet Oaks to produce exquisite wines. Sweet Oaks Sol De Luz 2017 Syrah is one […]
