Cheese and wine making are just two more in a long list of traditions in Cyprus. With a history of grape cultivation that goes back to 3.000 BC, this island produces some of the oldest wines known in the world. It fact Cyprus wines have been around for so long theyve even found mention in the Bible (the story of Solomon), as being best in the world.Commandaria, one of the oldest wines in the world, was also the pioneer of the apellation of origin concept. With a rich a…

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Oz and James’ Big Wine Adventure returned to UK television screens this week, continuing in the vein of the highly successful first series.

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“It’s still weird, walking out on the floor and seeing a biker drinking from a wineglass,” says Vinnie Cilurzo, the owner of Russian River Brewing Co, in Santa Rosa. Beer drinkers might argue that the wineglass stands out in his brewpub, but peek inside the…

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Vella Cheese’s Daisy cheddar doesn’t have nearly the fame of its acclaimed dry Jack, but the cheddar merits a fan club, too. Sonoma cheesemaker Ig Vella is a living legend in the artisan cheese world and a mentor to many newcomers. But some of his own…

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According to Winepros.org, Moderate consumption of red wine on a regular basis may be a preventative against coronary disease and some forms of cancer. Chemical components of red wines function as anti-oxidants, preventing free radicals from doing cellular damage. Other compounds help to boost the immune system, block cancer formation, and possibly protect against heart disease and even prolong life.This information has shocked milk and tea drinkers the world round. H…

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Bordeaux 2006 futures are priced too high, American importers and distributors say.

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A US$20m cellar goes under the hammer at Acker Merrall & Condit next week.

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Gordon Ramsay has hit the jackpot in New York City.

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When buying a smoked salmon gift, online stores are a good place to go to make your purchase. There are so many different smoked salmon gifts that the idea can be daunting, but there are many that will be big crowd pleasers.

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The Sauternes 2007 harvest is well underway, but progressing slowly, with the final yield expected to be well below average.

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The famous French city of Bordeaux is located on the coast of South-West France, in the department of Gironde, and the Region of Aquitaine. In Bordeaux you will encounter the Bordelais (men of the city) and the Bordelaise (their lady counterparts). The city itself is traversed by the large and majestic River Garonne as it makes its way into the sea.

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Around the globe there are certain regions like Napa Valley and Asti that are famous for the wines they produce. But none of these wines command the respect earned by wines created in France.

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I love German wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Germany’s thirteen wine regions. This article records the results of tasting an inexpensive Riesling wine from the central western region of the Mosel River Valley both on its own and with food. Was it a bargain?

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Australia’s Yalumba is codifying the use of the term ‘old vines’.

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Did you know that they way you store your wine affects its taste at least as much as the way it’s made? Wine that’s exposed to light, temperature changes, fluctuations in humidity, and excessive vibration can easily go bad, lose its taste, or suffer other unpleasant effects. This is why people have traditionally kept wine in cellars and other cool, dark places where it won’t be disturbed. Unfortunately, most of us have neither the time nor the money for a wine cellar. Today’s…

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Oregon’s wine industry is set to gain a new US$2m (£1m) academic institute with money from its winemakers and state funding.

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You want to get a wine rack and you want to make it yourself? It is an easy task if you know you are a handy craftsman with experience. There’s a good chance that you’re not. That does not mean that you won’t be able to build your wine rack for th…

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Penfolds buffs will converge on Vancouver next week to get a health check on their precious bottles in the latest in a series of re-corking clinics hosted by the Australian producer.

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I love French wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of France’s eleven wine regions. This article explores the Anjou-Saumur area in the Loire Valley region of central France and reviews a Chenin Blanc wine. Was it a bargain? I’ll make specific recommendations, and won’t be silent if I’m unhappy with a wine.

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Sotheby’s London has sold a 12-bottle case of 1967 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti for £58,650 ($119,259), making it the most expensive case of wine ever sold in this saleroom.

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The one stop spot for your unique gift basket for your family, friends and neighbors.

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To pour the perfect glass of wine you must take several steps: Temperature Of The Wine: The temperature at which a wine is served makes an immense impact on its taste.

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Sweating of any kind can have a detrimental effect on a persons moral, and this can be especially true of anxiety sweating. It is true that most any type of excessive sweating can be harmful emotionally to many a person, so what makes anxiety sweating any different?

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Wine is composed of unmodified grape juice which was fermented to create an alcoholic drink that many people enjoy the world over. In many countries, dinner or even lunch is not complete without a bottle of wine. Celebrations often require a bottle of wine and this is accompanied by cheers and saluts.Generally, there are two types of wines; the red wine and the white wine. Both wines are made from grapes, although, different varieties of grapes and both are also fermented…

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Winemakers and grape growers have welcomed a judge’s block on President Bush’s crackdown on illegal immigrant workers.

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Information on the wine regions of Italy

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With wineries using natural cork, synthetic cork and scewtops, how do you evaluate which is best? Is TCA still a problem? Will the fancy opening pop disappear? Will you still need to always carry a wine puller

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Do you ever walk up and down the wine racks with no idea where to begin? Do you stare at the wine list for hours in a restaurant? If so, this guide’s for you. Learn how to choose the wines you’ll love.

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Traditional wine racks or shelfs permit the wine devotee to have a proficient looking wine rack in their own home. A traditional wine rack is most often a wall mounted or stackable wine rack unit. It can hold from 10 to 100s of bottles depending upon your individual need and with space in mind; they are also customizable.

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Middle class wine drinkers have been vilified in the UK press as the chief culprits behind alcohol abuse in the country.

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