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How To Tell If a Wine Is Worth Aging

It may come as a surprise, but old wine is not necessarily good wine. In fact, most wines are made to be enjoyed while they are young and their vibrant fresh fruit and floral characters are at their peak. There are no hard and fast rules, but…
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Girl Scout Cookie Pairings: Which Wine Pairs Well with Samoas?

One of the most well-known Girl Scout Cookies on the market is the Samoa. Also called Carmel DeLites, these cookies have an iconic round shape for the shortbread base. This is covered in stripes of chocolate and topped with caramel and toasted…
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What Makes White Wine White and Red Wine Red?

Most wine drinkers have a clear preference when it comes to which wine they like most: red or white. But why is that, and what are the main differences between the two? It’s clear that the colors differ from each other, but what else sets…
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How to Go to a Wine Tasting in Temecula

Are you planning a trip to Temecula? Known as Southern California's wine country, Temecula Valley is a booming region to visit — but its winemaking history goes way back. Whether you're visiting Temecula Valley for a culinary weekend away…
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Foods to Pair with Sweet Oaks 2020 Viognier

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…
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Seven Indoor Activities in Temecula

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…
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What Is a Wine Flight?

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…
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Can You Age Screw Cap Wine?

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…
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Foods to Pair with Sweet Oaks 2018 Chardonnay (Grandma's Chardonnay)

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…
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How California Became Synonymous with American Wine

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.…