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French Oak Barrels do make a difference
Wine does not have to be expensive to be great
Wine makes dinner with friends last longer
Wine tasting events are great ways to meet your neighbors
Legs aren't... well, legs... they are streaks on the glass that indicate body
ALL red wine is better if it sits after being opened for 30 min to 2 hours
Merlots are good red wines too
DO smell a wine first as it is a great indication of what to expect without the tannins
Tannins are a "tightness" sort of like nibbling a grape skin
Red wine grapes are harvested when the seeds just turn nut brown... many big house don"t wait... many small vintners do!
Don't be a wine snob - everyone knows good wine cuz they know what they like!
Want to start a book club? Serve wine it'll keep everyone coming
A glass of wine makes a good conversation last longer
Want a white wine that isn"t Chardonnay? grab a sauvignon blanc - it's light crisp and clean
Next time you have a chocolate desert serve a cab a zin or better a port
1 glass of red wine a day is good for your heart
A glass of wine with someone you love is good for your heart too
Yes older wine is usually better if red
Whites generally should not be more than 4 years old
Always bring a bottle of wine for the host of a dinner party
You can actually make wine yourself... it won't be good, but it'll be fun