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Winos - er, oenophiles - and beer lovers unite! Here we go galavanting after the grape and hopping after the hop - and there are of course scores of fetching (and sometimes surprising) countries and regions to choose from. Cheers!

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Wine Tasting Made Simple: Tips for Beginners

Hi everyone! 👋Getting into wine can feel a bit overwhelming at first—so many terms, flavors, and grape varieties! If you’re just starting your wine journey, here are a few tips to make it more enjoyable:Start Simple – Learn the basics of wine, like types, styles, and common tasting notes. This beginner’s guide to wine is perfect for getting started.Learn the Language – Wine has its own vocabulary, from “full-bodied” to “jammy.” Understanding these terms can really enhance your tasting…

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8 of the world´s top Pinot-Noir-growing regions

Wine varietals carry their own unique stories, and Pinot Noir is a testament to their finesse as well as the artistry of their makers. It's the grape that demands perfection, that thrives in only the most delicate of climates, and that gifts us with red wine bottles of incomparable elegance. Pinot Noir is not just a wine; it's a voyage, a journey through some of the most revered wine regions on the planet. During your wine adventure, we invite you to explore our online wine store, your…

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A quick guide to rosé wine, plus five to savor

PickPic Summer is right around the corner, and that means - among other things - rosé, that pink, light, refreshing variation on white wine which icorporates some of the color from red grapes skins but not enough to qualify as a red wine. And actually, it´s no longer just a summery tipple to enjoy on the patio but a year-round favorite among wine lovers of all ages. And for the right reasons: besides being refreshing, rosé is versatile; can be enjoyed with a variety of foods; and is…

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6 scintillating sparkling wines from Europe

Raise a glass to the world of sparkling wine! French Champagne is the most famous, of course, but there are many types of bubbly wine enjoyed around the world, and some of the best/most nobale hail from Europe. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want to enjoy a glass with friends, there is a sparkling wine out there for everyone. Here are some of the most popular types that you can find at your favorite wine shop or online. read post

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Adventures in Eastern Rhodopes June 6, 2012 at 10:20am

Wine Tour Of South Bulgaria

Tour description: This eight days tour will fascinate all your sences. You will taste traditional Bulgarian wines and rakia, local meals, authentic folklore, and great hospitality.
Best period: All year round

Tour type:Guided group tours – the guides are specialists in Bulgarian history and culture with good knowledge in English. The size of the groups is up to 16 people.
Difficulty grade: Explorer – see the description of the grade
Level of comfort: General – see the description of the level

Taste the Eastern Rhodopes in Bulgaria
Voyages Groupe Ideal May 30, 2012 at 6:28pm

Women & Wine & Betty White
Tripatini May 25, 2012 at 7:27pm

Now on our blog: Mexico's surprisingly good wines.
Tripatini May 17, 2012 at 4:00pm

Now in our blog: a quick survey of Europe's top wine destinations.
Darryl Musick May 13, 2012 at 4:59pm

It's going to be a warm one today. Chill a bottle of Chardonnay and join us at The World on Wheels for this week's Cocktail Hour: http://tinyurl.com/2d54225

The World on Wheels

An ongoing adventure of travel and living while using a wheelchair. Tim has been disabled from birth. Darryl is his father and caregiver who travel…
Darryl Musick March 18, 2012 at 4:20pm

This week's Cocktail Hour at The World on Wheels...Letty joins me as we taste two wines made by neighbors in California's Motherlode. It's the Sierra Foothills Wine Sip Off: http://tinyurl.com/32w4qes

The World on Wheels

An ongoing adventure of travel and living while using a wheelchair. Tim has been disabled from birth. Darryl is his father and caregiver who travel…
Franco Polidori March 11, 2012 at 2:05pm

Hi friends, looking for a printable daily news front page (USA or Europe) on the web to give every morning to my clients at the cruise terminal of Pisa/Florence Italy before starting our oenogastronomic tuor of Tuscany. Any address or suggestion?
Franco Polidori March 2, 2012 at 6:21pm

Spring is coming, Western mediterranean cruises starting!!!! When in Florence-Pisa (Livorno cruise terminal) you are in the middle of wine lovers paradise: chianti & super tuscans, extra virgin olive oil, truffles, gorgeous landscapes. Contact me for tips and car rental with driver fluent english-american-spanish. Wannabe Toscano? Franco is your tuscan friend. cicciofpb@gmail.com
Darryl Musick March 2, 2012 at 5:23pm

Although gold production in California's Motherlode is way down from Gold Rush days, we find a new source of fortune in the Sierra Foothills...wine. Come along with The World on Wheels as we explore our favorite wine country, Amador County, with a report, pictures, and video: http://tinyurl.com/3jqfqx4

The World on Wheels

An ongoing adventure of travel and living while using a wheelchair. Tim has been disabled from birth. Darryl is his father and caregiver who travel…
Franco Polidori January 31, 2012 at 1:50am

Hi there, I can give you tips for hidden oenogastronomic tours in gorgeous Tuscany

ask me. ciao