The exact reactions that occur in wine as it ages—and how those are responsible for the aroma, taste and texture of aged wine—all remain something of a mystery, and an area of ongoing research.

For wine enthusiasts, the ritual of decanting isn't just about aesthetics—it's an important step in unlocking the full potential of a bottle. Whether you're enjoying a bold cabernet sauvignon or ...

We tested manual and electric wine openers to find these top-performing picks. Melissa has been writing in the food and wine industry for more than a decade. She contributes to local and national ...

If you’re buying for a more casual wine drinker, you can’t go wrong with the handy Oster Cordless Electric Bottle Opener. The best gifts for wine lovers strike the perfect balance between ...

while United Kingdom retailer Waitrose announced its intention to forgo any wine bottle foil sleeves containing plastic. Now, Crealis has added Symbiosis to its portfolio of sustainable capsule ...

Advocates believe that barrel fermentation contributes greater harmony between the oak and the wine, increases body and adds complexity, texture ... German-style bottles and sparkling wines go into ...

Punt Road is owned by the Napoleone family ... wines in an intimate seated tasting for $10 per person (non-members), or settle in with a glass of wine and build-your-own-picnic lunch from the Picnic ...

We've tracked down the best ready-made mulled wine you can buy at the supermarket, and discovered alcohol levels can vary considerably depending on which bottle you buy. Ten bottles of mulled wine – ...

Pamela is a freelance food and travel writer based in Astoria, Queens. While she writes about most things edible and potable (and accessories dedicated to those topics,) her real areas of ...

Gorgeous vineyards, delectable food and (of course) top-notch vino – these are the essentials of a wine vacation. To help you plan a great trip (where wine tours and tastings are just the start ...