Sypped's Shane Grennan unveils his favourite wine pairings with the most commonly ordered Chinese food. Let's make those weekend takeouts a little simpler, eh?
Let’s face it. We all like a good glass (or two) of vino, but we also know there’s a limit as to how much we can or should drink on a daily basis. Match that with the sheer amount of travel we do these days, and you can soon figure why you might need to find what to do with your leftover wine.
Some people find Bordeaux wine mysterious and intimidating. Fear no more. With this quick three minute guide, you can learn all the basics about Bordeaux wine, so you don’t have to feel in the dark about this special and famous wine region.
There was a time, long ago, when wine was used as a staple beauty product for the poor. Flash forward 2,000 years and it’s now one of the most sought after and expensive beauty remedies on the planet. Discover just how it’s being used and the science behind why it’s so effective.
Aerating wine is something that has been done for centuries. However, only in the past couple of years has it picked up due to the sheer amount of gadgets we now have at our disposal. Today we will explore a couple of those methods and delve into the science of what ‘aerating’ wine actually means.
While many of us think drinking wine is an art to be appreciated over time, we all know at least one person who fills their glass way too high and drinks more than they should. Not only is this slightly annoying when a bottle is being shared, it's also a waste, especially when you're drinking something special!
Music: One of life's simple, yet incredibly complex pleasures. It has the power to alter our emotions and even change the way we perceive things around us. Music has been at the forefront of human expression for thousands of years and over time has become even more powerful as new forms continue to emerge.
Taste vs. smell. It's a topic that many of us overlook, yet it's one of the most important aspects of winetasting that we'd be lost without. What's more important when it comes to tasting wine? Before you read the article, what would you guess?
Acidity in wine refers to the fresh and sour qualities of wine. What exactly is this acidity though, and is it important for wine? Discover why acidity is a crucial part of the winemaking process, and uncover the colossal impact it has on what ends up in our glass.