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		<title>What Makes Preservative Free Champagne the Perfect Choice for Any Occasion</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Steven Harrisson]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Apr 2021 09:59:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>No matter the occasion, champagne is always a good choice. Whether it&#8217;s to celebrate special family moments, unforgettable encounters with friends, ladies or gentlemen&#8217;s night out, or simply enjoying a glass at home after a long day at work, sometimes a glass of bubbly is all you need. You may have noticed that preservative free [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No matter the occasion, champagne is always a good choice. Whether it&#8217;s to celebrate special family moments, unforgettable encounters with friends, ladies or gentlemen&#8217;s night out, or simply enjoying a glass at home after a long day at work, sometimes a glass of bubbly is all you need. You may have noticed that preservative free champagne is becoming quite popular, and this for some good reasons. The goal of producing preservative-free sparkling wine is to use the utmost care and keep intervention to a minimum.<span id="more-2522"></span></p>
<div id="attachment_2524" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-2524" class="size-full wp-image-2524" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/champagne-wedding-toast-1296x728-header.jpg" alt="Preservative Free Champagne" width="630" height="353" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/champagne-wedding-toast-1296x728-header.jpg 630w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/champagne-wedding-toast-1296x728-header-300x168.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px" /><p id="caption-attachment-2524" class="wp-caption-text">Source: healthline.com</p></div>
<p>The first step is taking grapes free of disease or bird damage. In the winery, the grapes are handled carefully and are kept at cool temperatures and away from air as much as possible. During the fermenting phase, temperature control and soft extraction are used and the skins are pressed off early. As soon as fermentation is complete, the wine is clarified, filtered and bottled. Due to this minimal intervention approach, preservative-free sparkling wines tend to tell a pure story of the grape and vineyard. You will find that this wine is easy to drink, vibrant and packed with fruit flavours.</p>
<h2>What Preservatives Are Added to Wine and Why?</h2>
<p>Wines generally contain sulphur dioxide(SO2). It&#8217;s the main preservative used throughout the stages of making wine and it can sometimes be labelled as &#8220;preservative 220 added&#8221;. In Australia, there are strict restrictions regarding the number of sulphites used and laws require it to be declared on the wine labelling. This doesn&#8217;t apply to wines from many countries outside Australia.</p>
<p>Preservatives have been used in wine since the early 1990s to help preserve the wine and slow down the deterioration process. They are used to help the wine get to your palate in the best condition possible. Using quality grapes in pristine condition means less preservative needs to be added.</p>
<h2>Why You Should Be Drinking More Preservative Free Wine?</h2>
<p>If you tend to indulge in wine a bit too much, know that the more preservative-free wine you consume, the better you&#8217;ll feel the next day. Preservatives are known to contribute significantly to hangovers. For occasions when you&#8217;ll be drinking champagne heavily and need to get up in the morning, <strong><a href="https://www.organicwine.com.au/preservative-free/sparkling/">consider sticking to a preservative free champagne</a></strong>.</p>
<p>Exposure to sulphur dioxide could also be a problem if you&#8217;re sensitive to it. For example, <strong><a href="http://www.asthmaed.com/journal/2015/7/27/sulphur-dioxide-and-asthma" rel="nofollow">if you have asthma</a></strong>, sulphite sensitivity or a sulphite allergy. Symptoms after drinking sparkling wine with sulphite may be a headache or skin irritation.</p>
<div id="attachment_2526" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-2526" class="size-full wp-image-2526" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/960x0.jpg" alt="Organic Wine" width="630" height="377" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/960x0.jpg 630w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/960x0-300x180.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px" /><p id="caption-attachment-2526" class="wp-caption-text">Source: forbes.com</p></div>
<h2>Are Organic, Biodynamic and Natural Wine all Preservative Free?</h2>
<p>Not necessarily. Just because a wine is organic, biodynamic and natural, that doesn&#8217;t mean it is preservative-free. The terms organic and biodynamic refer to vineyard practices. It&#8217;s possible to find many organic wines which still add sulphur dioxide in the winery, even though it&#8217;s typically a minimum amount. To obtain organic certification, a vineyard simply has to adhere to certain vineyard practices.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s a quick definition of some of the key terms:</p>
<ul>
<li>Organic wine: this term means the wine is made by the principle of organic farming, which typically involves the exclusion of pesticides, herbicides, fungicides and artificial chemical fertilizers in the vineyard.</li>
<li>Biodynamic wine: this type of farming treats the vineyards as a living system. It&#8217;s the best of ever-increasing ecological self-sufficiency and ethical-spiritual considerations. Think soil fertility, healthy plant growth and working with the rhythms of the cosmos.</li>
<li>Natural wine: a wine made from 100% biodynamic/organic grapes ideally grown by the winemaker, using zero additions of preservatives in the winery.</li>
<li>Preservative-free wine: no preservatives are added during the winemaking process.</li>
</ul>
<h2>How to Know If A Wine Is Preservative Free?</h2>
<p>Every winemaker that has put in all the effort to make a preservative-free wine will clearly mention it on the front or the back label of their products. You&#8217;ll also be able to find further information online as well.</p>
<div id="attachment_2527" style="width: 640px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-2527" class="size-full wp-image-2527" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/white_wines_to_try_HERO.jpg" alt="Organic Wine" width="630" height="349" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/white_wines_to_try_HERO.jpg 630w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/white_wines_to_try_HERO-300x166.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px" /><p id="caption-attachment-2527" class="wp-caption-text">Source: purewow.com</p></div>
<h2>How to Choose a Preservative Free Sparkling Wine for Every Occasion</h2>
<h3>Weekend Brunching</h3>
<p>You may have heard that the <strong><a href="https://sherlocks.com.au/discover-how-the-right-food-can-make-any-wine-a-good-wine/">right food can make any wine good</a></strong>. However, the right wine can also enhance the food&#8217;s flavour. For example, bubbles and brunch are a perfect match. For this occasion, a preservative-free prosecco is delicious enough to drink on its own and is a great choice to mix with fruity ingredients.</p>
<h3>Weeknight Drinking</h3>
<p>Who said popping a bottle of bubbly is reserved only for holidays and celebrations? Sometimes, sipping sparkles on a casual weeknight is exactly what a long day calls for. Purchasing a bottle of Cava will cost you less than a bottle of real Champagne, although is it&#8217;s made using the same process.</p>
<h3>Celebrations</h3>
<p>Showing up with a magnum wine, especially when it&#8217;s sparkling, is a great way to demonstrate that you care. Whether prosecco, champagne, or anything in between, arriving with an oversized bottle of bubbles is always a crowd-pleasing move, no matter what the occasion might be!</p>
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		<title>Discover the Facts on Shiraz Wine: From Ancient Persia to Australia</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ava Brown]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2021 10:30:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Australia is the homeland of many sorts of wines, but the only one that is standing out as Australia’s signature wine is Shiraz. Its popularity in Australia came to be with the global wine culture looking for new places to showcase and export the red Shiraz sort of grape. Today, 4 out of 5 wineries [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Australia is the homeland of many sorts of wines, but the only one that is standing out as Australia’s signature wine is Shiraz. Its popularity in Australia came to be with the global wine culture looking for new places to showcase and export the red Shiraz sort of grape.</p>
<p>Today, 4 out of 5 wineries in Australia produce Shiraz wine, since the demand grows more and more every day, making this wine authentic for the Australian wine culture. Let&#8217;s learn a thing or two about this marvellous drink.</p>
<h2>The Origin of Shiraz</h2>
<p>The famous legend says that the cultivation of the Shiraz grape was first evidenced 2,500 years BC, in the eponymous city of Shiraz, the capital city of Persia (now Iran). By the 9th century, this city has already established a reputation for producing the finest wine in the world. In the 17th century, a French merchant brought the Shiraz wine to France and spread it in Europe as he attended banquets.</p>
<p>However, there is <a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/world-middle-east-38771806" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">no clear evidence that Shiraz wine comes from Iran</a>. But there is proof that this noble sort of grapes originates from eastern France, producing the famous red wine called Syrah.<br />
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<p>The Shiraz wine’s name is an Australian variation from the French Syrah red wine. The red syrah grapes was first time introduced in Australia in 1832 by James Busby, the father of the Australian wine industry who took an example from the European wine production. The Australian landscape came out a perfect match for preserving this noble sort of grapes. The warm days, the cool nights, and the long growing season made it ideal to produce and preserve the Shiraz.</p>
<p>Since then, the Australians managed to keep the Shiraz red wine distinctive for the Australian ground and foster the heritage of being a Shiraz producing country. The <a href="https://sherlocks.com.au/explore-barossa-valley-the-best-new-world-wine-region-on-the-globe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Barossa Valley</a>, Hunter Valley, McLaren Vale and Adelaide Hills are just a part of the Australian grounds where this noble wine is produced today.</p>
<h2>What Makes This Type of Wine So Remarkable?</h2>
<p>If you’re wondering what wine to open on your next celebration, don’t hesitate to <a href="https://www.winedirect.com.au/red-wines/shiraz/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">get a nice bottle of Shiraz red wine</a>. This wine will spoil your senses and give you the opportunity to enjoy the rich tastes combined perfectly in a single glass. After all, the Australians kept this noble wine as their cultural heritage throughout the years for a lot of reasons. Here&#8217;s just a few of them.<br />
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-2443" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/baross-valley-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon.jpeg" alt="baross valley shiraz cabernet sauvignon" width="1000" height="1000" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/baross-valley-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon.jpeg 1000w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/baross-valley-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-300x300.jpeg 300w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/baross-valley-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-150x150.jpeg 150w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/baross-valley-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-768x768.jpeg 768w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/baross-valley-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-750x750.jpeg 750w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" /></p>
<h3>The Colour of Shiraz</h3>
<p>The Shiraz sort of grape is produced by crossing Dureza, a dark-skinned berry with Mondeuse Blance, a white-skinned grape, which gives this wine a deep ruby-red to purple hue. The Shiraz wine is often inky and opaque purple-black at a young age. As it gets older, it tends to lose its pigmentation and get a magenta hue.</p>
<h3>How Does Shiraz Taste Like?</h3>
<p>The Shiraz red wine is made in a dry style. This means that after the grapes are pressed, the sugar from the grape must is converted into alcohol by yeast. But the Shiraz wine has a little touch of residual sugar that is left behind on purpose, to give this wine a hint of richness and sweetness.</p>
<p>When you taste this wine, you can expect a rich and juicy mid-palate. But there’s actually a little difference between the French Syrah and the Australian Shiraz.<br />
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-2444" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/australian-shiraz-1024x576.jpg" alt="australian shiraz" width="630" height="354" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/australian-shiraz-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/australian-shiraz-300x169.jpg 300w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/australian-shiraz-768x432.jpg 768w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/australian-shiraz-750x422.jpg 750w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/australian-shiraz.jpg 1200w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px" /></p>
<p>Talking about the French Syrah, it’s a wine with brisk acidity and has a huge range of flavours from smoke, bacon, herbs, red and black fruits, white and black pepper, to floral violet notes. If this wine is aged in oak, it additionally gives the wine a vanilla spice.</p>
<p>The Australian Shiraz, on the other hand, is more concentrated than the Syrah and offers rich jammy aromas that range from blueberry and blackberry flavours to black pepper, bacon and beef jerky spices. If you’re looking for a bold, full-bodied wine, then you should definitely go for a glass of Australian Shiraz.</p>
<h3>The Level of Alcohol in Shiraz</h3>
<p>The alcohol level in the Shiraz wine is usually determined by the weather during which it was harvested, and the ground where the grape is grown. The Australian Shiraz can range from 14.5–15.5% of alcohol, due to the warmer climate in Australia, unlike the Syrah grapes that are grown in the cooler French regions.</p>
<h3>The Health Benefits of Shiraz</h3>
<p>While enjoying the rich tastes and aromas of the Shiraz wine, you can rest assured that when consumed in moderate amounts, it packs a lot of health benefits.</p>
<p>It’s generally known that dry wines contain less sugar and therefore fewer calories than sweet wines. Typically, a glass of Shiraz contains around 130 calories (120 from alcohol and 10 from carbohydrates). Therefore, it’s scientifically proven that a glass of wine per day doesn’t cause any gain of weight.</p>
<p>Consuming a glass of wine has many other benefits for your health too. The Shiraz grape is also known to contain flavonoids and the powerful resveratrol. The flavonoids in the Shiraz, such as quercetin and anthocyanin are very well known for their anti-inflammatory and antibacterial activities, and combined together have a great <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3824783/#:~:text=Data%20from%20four%20cohort%20studies,risk%20in%20a%20third%20study." target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">anti-cancer potential</a>.<br />
<img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="alignnone size-large wp-image-2445" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/drinking-red-wine-celebration-1024x683.jpg" alt="drinking red wine celebration" width="630" height="420" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/drinking-red-wine-celebration-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/drinking-red-wine-celebration-300x200.jpg 300w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/drinking-red-wine-celebration-768x512.jpg 768w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/drinking-red-wine-celebration-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/drinking-red-wine-celebration-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/drinking-red-wine-celebration-750x500.jpg 750w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px" /></p>
<p>On the other hand, resveratrol is a very powerful antioxidant that is mostly contained in the skin of the Shiraz grapes, unlike the other sorts of grapes. The resveratrol is known for protecting cardiovascular health, has anti-aging properties, and helps to fight cancer too. The doctors recommend daily consumption of 2mg resveratrol for an average adult, which approximately equals one glass of red wine (1.9 ± 1.7 mg).</p>
<h2>How to Consume Shiraz for the Best Taste?</h2>
<p>Like any other wine, the Shiraz wine also has an ideal range of temperature for serving. This wine usually contains higher levels of alcohol and is ideally served in the temperature range of 15.5 to 18.5 °C.</p>
<p>In other words, it&#8217;s recommended to keep the Shiraz in the fridge for approximately 15 minutes before serving. This will give the wine a slight chill and will prevent a dull flavour. However, make sure you don’t serve this wine too cold because it will only make the flavours muted.</p>
<p>To get the most of the flavours of the Shiraz, combine it with dishes of red meats, such as game, lamb, beef stews and briskets, or beef ragu pasta. Not only the black pepper flavours will bring out the savoury taste of the meet, but red meets often require more robust wine to balance them and provide a rich counterpoint to the dish.</p>
<p>The Shiraz wine is also a great match for smoky-character cheese platers, such as blue cheese or cheddar. The fruity notes of the Shiraz will give the perfect contrast to the rustic, nutty tastes of these platers.</p>
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		<title>Revealing the Health Benefits of Red Wine</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ava Brown]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Dec 2015 14:02:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Is alcohol bad for your health? Many tend to think that drinking alcohol is bad for you and that you should avoid it. But before you agree on this, think twice! What about red wine? Red wine is your ally to a better mood, healthier skin and it can definitely make you feel like you [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Is alcohol bad for your health? Many tend to think that drinking alcohol is bad for you and that you should avoid it. But before you agree on this, think twice! What about red wine? Red wine is your ally to a better mood, healthier skin and it can definitely make you feel like you can conquer the world. And who says you can&#8217;t?<span id="more-671"></span></p>
<p>However, that does not mean that you can start drinking one bottle after another. In fact, moderation is the key to enjoy all the proven health benefits of red wine. Yes, proven health benefits! Many of them are backed by scientific evidence based on a wide range of medical studies. So sit back, grab a glass of a nice red wine and read on about the benefits of the miraculous mixture of red wine.</p>
<p>The health benefits of red wine are derived from a number of different mixtures present within the wine. They include:</p>
<ul>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">Resveratrol – one of the main anti-oxidants present in grapes, which is well known for its many health benefits;</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">Piceatannol – a mixture found in red wine that is similar to resveratrol, which is also found in grapes;</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">Quercetin – naturally occurring mixture in grape skin that contributes to the colour of the grape.</span></li>
</ul>
<p>So, the next time you grab a glass of red wine and think whether you are putting your health at risk, do not feel the guilt and remember these benefits</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-673" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Health-Benefits.jpg" alt="Red Wine Health Benefits" width="600" height="450" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Health-Benefits.jpg 600w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Health-Benefits-300x225.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" />.</p>
<h2 class="western">Prevents Growth of Fat Cells</h2>
<p>Although you may not believe it, but drinking red wine in moderate amounts can actually help prevent the growth of fat cells, hence help you manage your weight. That is because a mixture called piceatannol has abilities to prevent the development of immature fat cells.</p>
<h2 class="western">Prevents Heart Disease</h2>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-675" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Prevents-Heart-Disease.jpg" alt="Red Wine Prevents Heart Disease" width="600" height="399" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Prevents-Heart-Disease.jpg 600w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Prevents-Heart-Disease-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<p>There is another miraculous mixture found in red wine called resveratrol. This mixture has a bunch of benefits and one of the main ones is its ability to reduce bad cholesterol, and thus help prevent heart disease.</p>
<h2 class="western">Controls Blood Sugar</h2>
<p>Red wine can be very beneficial for individuals that suffer from diabetes type 2. If you are not familiar, people who have diabetes type 2 usually experience a fast rise in blood sugar immediately after a meal. The reason for that is that the body does not produce enough insulin to maintain blood sugar at normal levels. Studies have shown that red wine can help control blood sugar by slowing the passage of glucose though the small intestine into the bloodstream.</p>
<h2 class="western">Prevents Age-Related Memory Loss</h2>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-672" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-and-Age-Related-Memory-Loss.jpg" alt="Red Wine and Age-Related Memory Loss" width="600" height="399" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-and-Age-Related-Memory-Loss.jpg 600w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-and-Age-Related-Memory-Loss-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<p>This is one of the less known benefits of red wine, and resveratrol is the responsible party again. Aside from providing numerous benefits for your body, it is also beneficial for your mind as it prevents age-related memory loss. According to some studies, resveratrol has positive effects on a part of the brain which is very important for memory.</p>
<h2 class="western">Red Wine Can Help Prevent Common Cold</h2>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-674" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Prevents-Common-Cold.jpg" alt="Red Wine Prevents Common Cold" width="600" height="399" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Prevents-Common-Cold.jpg 600w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Red-Wine-Prevents-Common-Cold-300x200.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<p>Another great benefit of red wine is that it can also help fight common colds. According to studies, drinking a moderate amount of red wine can hep you create immunity against some viruses that cause cold.</p>
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		<title>Sparkling Wine-Blueberry Popsicles To Toast The Beginning Of Summer</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ava Brown]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2015 10:55:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Have you started your countdown to summer yet? I certainly have. Yes I know spring has just started, but it&#8217;s never too early to search for new ways to cool down in hot summery days. And believe me, nothing can cool you off on a hot summer day like a sparkling wine popsicle. Mixed with [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you started your countdown to summer yet? I certainly have. Yes I know spring has just started, but it&#8217;s never too early to search for new ways to cool down in hot summery days. And believe me, nothing can cool you off on a hot summer day like a sparkling wine popsicle. Mixed with your favourite fruit, these popsicles are so refreshing and delicious, perfect for the evening gatherings with friends.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-614" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Sparkling-Wine.gif" alt="Sparkling-Wine" width="600" height="445" /></p>
<p>But, who are we kidding? Who can wait for the summer to come? I surely can&#8217;t! So, why not try this tasty sparkling wine blueberry recipe and enjoy it with your friends right now? Let&#8217;s get started!</p>
<h2 class="western">White Wine &amp; Blueberry-Lemon Popsicles Recipe</h2>
<p><i>Yield:</i> 16 popsicles</p>
<p><i>Ingredients</i></p>
<ul>
<li>2 cups fresh blueberries</li>
<li>1⁄2 cup lemon syrup</li>
<li>2 cups of sparkling white wine, chilled (the type of wine is optional)</li>
<li>16 plastic cups (100 ml)</li>
<li>16 cake pop sticks</li>
</ul>
<p><i>Instructions</i></p>
<ul>
<li>Combine 1 cup blueberries with the rest of ingredients in a blender and blend until blueberries are completely crushed. Add the remaining blueberries and pulse few times just to break the blueberries slightly (do not blend).</li>
<li>In each plastic cup, pour ¼ cup of the sparkling wine mixture and put cups in the freezer for about 30 minutes. When half frozen, insert a cake pop stick in each cup and return to the freezer. Freeze until popsicles are completely frozen.</li>
<li>Before serving, let the popsicles sit at room temperature for about 5 minutes to easily remove them from the plastic cups (be gentle when doing this).</li>
<li>You can eat the popsicle as is or for a more stylish effect, serve each popsicle in a stemless red wine glass half-filled with the sparkling wine you used for making the popsicles.</li>
</ul>
<p><i><b>Tip:</b></i> Always use the sparkling wine of your preference. Sparkling wine Australia experts recommend to choose the bubbly not by the price, but by the taste. At the end, there is no guarantee that the $90 sparkling wine tastes better than the one that costs only $20 or less. But one thing is certain, always buy your wine from a reliable sparkling wine Australia online store. Now that we&#8217;ve got that covered, here&#8217;s one more bubbly cocktail recipe. A classic with a twist. I guarantee you&#8217;ll LOVE it.</p>
<h2 class="western">Mimosa Ice Pops</h2>
<p>Ingredients</p>
<ul>
<li>Sparkling wine</li>
<li>Fruit mixed puree (strawberries, orange, blueberries, mango)</li>
<li>Sugar (if needed)</li>
</ul>
<p><i>Instructions</i></p>
<ul>
<li>Individually blend fruits until finely pureed and set aside.</li>
<li>Mix all together and add champagne or a sparkling wine of your choice slowly (around 2 cups). Blend really well and taste the mixture while blending, because you surely want to feel the fruit too, not only the champagne.</li>
<li>Pour into ice pop molds, freeze for 30 minutes, insert the cake pop sticks into the molds and freeze until firm. For better results, it is better to freeze at least 24 hours.</li>
</ul>
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		<title>Investigating the Rose Wine</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2015 11:31:57 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to wines, I&#8217;m sure all wine connoisseurs will agree that each period of the year is perfect for wines; whether summer or winter, enjoying a glass of good quality wine in the evening is the perfect ending of the day. However, there is a common rule that red wine should be consumed [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p lang="en-US">When it comes to wines, I&#8217;m sure all wine connoisseurs will agree that each period of the year is perfect for wines; whether summer or winter, enjoying a glass of good quality wine in the evening is the perfect ending of the day. However, there is a common rule that red wine should be consumed in winter because it is heavier, while white and rose wines are the perfect match for summer. But, at the end it all comes to personal taste just like a choice of wine is.</p>
<p lang="en-US">For example, some cannot handle reds and prefer crispy whites and for some rose wine is nothing more than a coloured sugared water, yet it is the first choice of many. In fact, Rose has been underestimated and pushed aside for so long and it hasn&#8217;t been until recently that wine experts began rewarding Rose wine with much deserved acknowledgment.</p>
<p lang="en-US">There are so many great rose wines; all very summery, refreshing and best when enjoyed outside with a great company. Rose comes in many colours, from pale and subtle pink to a vibrant pink colour. Generally speaking, Rosé wine suits any occasion and since it is light and refreshing, it goes perfectly well with finger food, salads, barbeque, mushrooms, seafood, cheese, chicken and other food.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-600" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Great-Rose-Wines1.jpg" alt="Great Rose Wines" width="600" height="374" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Great-Rose-Wines1.jpg 600w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Great-Rose-Wines1-300x187.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<h2 class="western">How Is Rose Made &amp; How It Tastes</h2>
<p lang="en-US">Great rose wines are made the same way as the white wine; red grapes are treated the same way as in white wine production meaning, the juice from the grapes is separated early in the process. Hence, the only difference between reds and rose wine is in the time. When making red wine, the juice sits together with the skins of the grapes longer in order to achieve the deep red colour, as well as to ensure rich tannins. This period is called the &#8216;maceration time&#8217; and it&#8217;s what makes the red wine production so different.</p>
<p lang="en-US">The great rose wines are made from a red grape varietals like, Merlot, Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Malbec, Tempranillo, Sangiovese and Zinfandel. They can be used in a blend or solo. The flavour and taste of the great rose wines are a softer version of the red wine varietal counterparts. While drinking a delicious rose wine, you can sense and feel a hint of cherry, raspberry, strawberry, watermelon and even citrus. If you are more into sparkling wines, choose a sparkling rose which is made by blending red and white grapes. It tastes heavenly!</p>
<p>Rose wines are served chilled and make a great refreshment for the hot summer days. It is also the perfect wine for picnic since it&#8217;s lighter and more delicate. It goes great with chicken, ham,beef, seafood and even with different types of chips and dips.</p>
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		<title>Riesling Wine FAQ: Learn More About the Noble Grape Variety</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Ava Brown]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2015 13:20:35 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>They say you cannot buy happiness, but you can surely buy wine, and honestly, sometimes that is almost the same. Wine makes every meal an occasion, every table more elegant and every day happier. So, if Riesling wine is one of your favourites and you want to know more about it, we are here to [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p align="LEFT"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">They say you cannot buy happiness, but you can surely buy wine, and honestly, sometimes that is almost the same. Wine makes every meal an occasion, every table more elegant and every day happier. So, if Riesling wine is one of your favourites and you want to know more about it, we are here to give you the answers to the most frequently asked questions.</span></span></span></p>
<h2 class="western">What Type of Wine Is Riesling?</h2>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">It is a highly fruity and aromatic grape variety. It is respected and admired for its pure fruit flavour, diversity of styles and its ability to age for decades.</span></span></span></p>
<h2 class="western">What Makes Riesling Wine so Crisp and Juicy?</h2>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The combination of ripe fruit and acidity is what makes this wine crisp and juicy. Naturally, Riesling has a higher level of acidity than any other wine and this is what greatly contributes to its crispiness. If the wine lacks acidity that means that the grapes have been picked too late.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="LEFT"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-557" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Riesling.jpg" alt="Riesling" width="600" height="268" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Riesling.jpg 600w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Riesling-300x134.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<h2 class="western">The Ideal Temperature for Serving Riesling?</h2>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">It is true that Riesling wine should be cold, but it does not mean ice cold. If it is too cold, the flavours and aromas will not come out right. The ideal temperature for serving sweet Riesling wine is 8-10°C which can be achieved if you leave your wine for 20 minutes in the fridge. On the other hand, dry or well-aged Rieslings usually taste better when served a few degrees warmer.</span></span></span></p>
<h2 class="western">Where Is Riesling Grown?</h2>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The home of Riesling is Germany which is still the greatest producer of this grape variety, with 54, 000 acres spread across 13 wine regions. Australia is the second largest source of Riesling in the world with 10, 000 acres, and the third place takes Washington state with 5, 300 acres. </span></span></span></p>
<h2 class="western">What Type of Foods Can You Pair With Riesling wine?</h2>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">The great diversity of sweetness levels and regional styles mean that Riesling can match any flavour profile of almost every dish.</span></span></span></p>
<p align="LEFT"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-556" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Riesling-Wine.jpg" alt="Riesling Wine" width="600" height="309" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Riesling-Wine.jpg 600w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Riesling-Wine-300x155.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<h2 class="western">Why Does Rieslings from Different States Taste Different?</h2>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">This is because of local factors, such as regional climate, the different soil, the micro-climate of the vineyard, the different farming methods and the individual wine-making techniques. All these have a great role in how the wine tastes. </span></span></span></p>
<h2 class="western">How Long Can a Riesling Age?</h2>
<p align="LEFT"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">As a result of its acid structure, Riesling wine can age longer than other wines. Even after a century, classic German Rieslings can have an amazing taste. Generally, Riesling reaches its peak of maturity within 15 to 20 years. However, keep in mind that a matured Riesling wine does not taste at all like a young one. As they age, these wines lose that primary fruit note they have in their youth. With age, they gain greater depth and complexity.</span></span></span></p>
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		<title>Exploring Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot &#8211; Popular Red Wine Varietal</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2015 13:23:10 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>What a better than a glass of red wine at the end of the day? A glass of the perfect red blend. All red wine lovers know the intense flavour, the rich texture and exceptional aroma of a of red wine blend such as the popular Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot. A union of powerful and complex [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What a better than a glass of red wine at the end of the day? A glass of the perfect red blend. All red wine lovers know the intense flavour, the rich texture and exceptional aroma of a of red wine blend such as the popular Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot. A union of powerful and complex (Cabernet Sauvignon) and vibrant (Merlot). This red wine blend is often described as the perfect marriage between two compatible partners where one brings to light the best of the other. Among wine connoisseurs, this blend is also known as the “Bordeaux Blend” and it has proven to be exceptionally successful.</p>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-551" src="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Cabernet-Sauvignon-Merlot.jpg" alt="Cabernet-Sauvignon-Merlot" width="600" height="409" srcset="https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Cabernet-Sauvignon-Merlot.jpg 600w, https://sherlocks.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/Cabernet-Sauvignon-Merlot-300x205.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" /></p>
<p>The Cabernet Sauvignon grapes provide the structure to the wine, as they bring the tannins and the acids. They also give the variety its flavours of bell peppers and black currant. Merlot on the other hand, is a soft and fleshy variety. It&#8217;s juicier and fatter, and that can easily be seen on the grapes themselves; the Merlot grape berries are plumper and have thinner skins, thus a lower skin to juice ratio. The Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot varieties have good affinity for oak, and are mainly barrel-aged. When aged with American oak, the wine gets notes of cedar, smoke and spice, and when French oak is used for the aging, the additional notes of vanilla and coconut can be sensed.</p>
<p>The Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot wines are mostly produced in France, since the Bordeaux region gives some of the best Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes. Also Italy, USA, Australia, Chile and Argentina praise themselves on the good blends they produce. In California, the blend is known as Meritage. Australia has several regions that produce the Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot variety among which Coonawaraa, Yarra Valley and Margaret River are the most popular ones.</p>
<p>Generally, the proportions of each variety used in the blend varies, as every producer in every region has its own style in making the blend. For that reason, you can find the Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot wines as austere and fruity, short or long- lived, and in all price ranges, varying from very cheap table wines to some of the most expensive varieties you&#8217;ll ever taste. Mainly labeled as heavy wines, both Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are typically paired with food that is rich in fats, like barbecued red meat for example. This variety can also be paired with roast beef, shitake mushrooms and even some fish dishes.</p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:38:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Did you know that Cabernet Sauvignon is regarded as the king of all red grape varieties? It is widely recognized and is grown in almost all major wine producing regions, from Tuscany and Bordeaux to California&#8217;s Sonoma County and Australia. The unique combination of tar, leather, blackberry, chocolate and blackcurrants offers fresh, fruity flavours. Looking [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="color: #000000;">Did you know that Cabernet Sauvignon is regarded as the king of all red grape varieties? It is widely recognized and is grown in almost all major wine producing regions, from Tuscany and Bordeaux to California&#8217;s Sonoma County and Australia. The unique combination of tar, leather, blackberry, chocolate and blackcurrants offers fresh, fruity flavours.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Looking to buy Cabernet Sauvignon online? Lets explore a bit more the characteristics of this wine before you hit the &#8216;complete the purchase&#8217; button.</span></p>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Cabernet Sauvignon is arguably the most popular red wine grape variety in the world. Although it originates from Bordeaux, France, Cabernet is nowadays considered the key grape variety in many well-known wine regions including Napa Valley, Maipo Valley and Coonawarra.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Regardless of the origin, all Cabernet Sauvignon wines feature a good tannin structure,moderate acidity, deep colour and aromas of tomato leaf, blackcurrant, cedarwood and dark spices. The Cabernet also has numerous blending partners including the obvious Cabernet Franc and Merlot, and also Malbec, Carmenere and Petit Verdot, ingredients of a classic Bordeaux Blend, an Australian Shiraz and a Spanish Tempranillo.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">The worldwide popularity of Cabernet Sauvignon is mainly the result of:</span></p>
<ul>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">its ability to adapt to different soil types and climates, and</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #000000;">its unique &#8216;Cab&#8217; character, and nuances that vary according to its place of origin.</span></li>
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<p><span style="color: #000000;">Financially looking, there is only one single factor for the durability of this grape&#8217;s fame – for many wine brands and vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon represents a reliable return on their investment.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Another advantage of Cabernet Sauvignon is its vigorous characteristic. The varietal produces a dense leaf canopy and considerable high grape yields, which gives the wine producers a great choice between quality and quantity. However, careful vineyard management is extremely important to get the best out the grape. Late-flowering and late-ripening for example, is known to interfere with the quality of the wine.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Although some argue that the finest examples of Cabernet Sauvignon wines are found only in Bordeaux, France, the majority agree that there is a raft of quality Cabernets emerging from new wine regions like Coonawarra in Australia and Maipo in Chile.</span></p>
<p><span style="color: #000000;">Australian Cabernet Sauvignon wines are gaining popularity as being one of the world&#8217;s most prestigious wines. Hence, if you want to find great deals on Cabernet Sauvignon online and offline give preference to Cabernet Sauvignon wines produced in Australia. Australian Cabernet Sauvignon wines are known to be stunning and can be bought at a fraction of the cost of the Cabernets produced in France. To find a lager variety and greatest deals on Australian Cabernet wines, visit online wine retailers.</span></p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2015 14:35:47 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p lang="en-US">Is there a drink more suitable for parties, birthdays, get-together with friends and/or family, than a white wine. If you are a passionate white wine lover, you surely know the style that best matches the occasion, whether fruity, full-bodied, rich in aroma and flavour or dry white wines. However, if you are new to white wines, it is never too late to learn more and enrich your wine knowledge. To help you get on the right track, we have compiled a list of different white wine styles. Most prevalent are: light and crisp, fruity and off dry white wines, aromatic and flavourful, full body and rich.</p>
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<p>Light &amp; Crisp – Fresh and invigorating, these wines are famous for their crisp acidity and quenching character. They are social sippers and food friendly and often feature the notes of citrus, green herbs and sometimes, green apple. In case you didn&#8217;t know, it is acidity that contributes to tangy crisp refreshing flavour as it balances sweetness, just like a lemon.<br />
Light and crisp dry white wines , such as Chardonnay, dry Riesling and Pinot Grigio, pair perfectly with appetizers, light chicken dishes, pasta and seafood.</p>
<p>Fruity &amp; Off Dry White Wines – Fruit aromas and flavours and sweetness balanced by pleasant acidity, is what will make you fall in love with fruity &amp; off dry white wines. Most common notes are ripe apple, peach, juicy melon and citrus, what makes thesewhite wines a perfect match to spicy curry, Thai or Chinese dishes. Best choices are Riesling, semi dry Riesling, Muscat and Vidal.</p>
<p>Aromatic &amp; Flavourful – Being bold and exotic fruit-flavoured, these white wines are a true show stoppers. Aromatic and flavourful white wines have personality to spare due to thrillingly intense and floral aromas. Loaded with lychee, mango, papaya and even melon and cantaloupe notes, these wines pair perfectly with sea bass, baked salmon, pork and cured meat. Top choices are Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer, Muscat and Torrontes.</p>
<p>Full-Bodied &amp; Rich – These flavourful white wines have luxurious texture, usually described as “buttery”, which is why they pair great with food rich in taste, flavour and calories. These full-bodied wines often feature hazelnut, vanilla and spicy taste. Try the white Burgundy, Chardonnay, some white blends or Pinot Gris as these match perfectly with lobster with butter, roasted turkey, cream sauces and poached salmon.</p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2015 12:48:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Wonder how you can enhance certain dish to perfection. By pairing it with the right wine, of course. There are no strict rules when it comes to food and wine pairing. You could rather say that it depends on your personal taste. Getting to know your own taste and wine preferences can really help make [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wonder how you can enhance certain dish to perfection. By pairing it with the right wine, of course. There are no strict rules when it comes to food and wine pairing. You could rather say that it depends on your personal taste. Getting to know your own taste and wine preferences can really help make the right food and wine combination. One thing is for sure, you can make any wine a good wine if paired and balanced with the right type of food. There are few things you need to bear in mind though.</p>
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<h3>Seek Balance</h3>
<p>It&#8217;s important to make a balance. For instance, always pair delicate wines with delicate foods as well as richer foods with full-bodied wines. You must always take into account the structure, the flavour, the weight and the texture of <a href="https://winesau.wordpress.com/" target="_blank"><strong>the wine</strong></a> when pairing it with certain food flavours. Keep things as simple as possible. If food flavours are rich and complex, don&#8217;t rush to open your pricey wine, instead go with a cheaper variant. And vise verse.</p>
<h3>Learn How To Taste Food and Wine Together</h3>
<p>How do you expect to make the best food and wine pairings, if you don&#8217;t know your wine well. To make the right match, you must first take a sip of the wine you plan to serve. Roll it around your mouth and swallow. Think of flavours you taste and smell. Before you proceed with your dinner plans, think of wine acidity, texture and sweetness and pair it with food of similar characteristics.</p>
<h3>Know Your Taste Preferences</h3>
<p>Even the cheapest wine can taste good if you know how to pair it with the right food flavours.</p>
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<li><em><strong>Saltiness –</strong> </em>Let&#8217;s make it clear, salty foods call for sweet dessert wines. It&#8217;s all about balance. Salty food lowers the acidity but increase the bitterness of the wine.</li>
<li><em><strong>Acidity –</strong> </em>When you pair food and wine, remember not to use too much vinegar or dressing as this kills the flavour of the wine and eliminates acidity.</li>
<li><em><strong>Bitterness –</strong> </em>Bitter foods like olives and radicchio have the power to eliminate the acidity and bring out the sweetness of the wine. You should know that young red wines pair well with herbs, olives and bitter green foods.</li>
<li><em><strong>Sweetness –</strong> </em>Chocolate and sweet things pair perfectly well with Tokay and a Muscat wine.</li>
<li><em><strong>Umami –</strong> </em>Wines that are high in tannin make a perfect choice for earthy broth style foods like miso, soups, roast meats, mushrooms and etc.</li>
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<h3>Food &amp; Wine Pairing Suggestions</h3>
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<li><em><strong>Beef and Lamb –</strong></em> Full-bodied wines like Shiraz, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and Cabernet match perfectly well with this kind of food.</li>
<li><em><strong>Chicken –</strong> </em>Usually, white meats pair well with white wines. Try Chardonnay next time you prepare grilled or roasted chicken.</li>
<li><em><strong>Spicy –</strong></em> If you are fan of spicy food, then you won&#8217;t make a mistake if you choose Riesling or sweet Gewurztraimmer.</li>
<li><em><strong>Tomato-Based Meals –</strong></em> Nothing tastes more delicious than a bowl of spaghetti paired with a <a href="https://www.crackawines.com.au/" target="_blank"><strong>good wine</strong></a> like Zinfandel.</li>
<li><em><strong>Desserts –</strong></em> Pairs perfectly with sweet wines.</li>
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