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Wine: How To Drink It

Wine: How To Drink It

The fermented juice of grapes is made into an alcoholic beverage called wine. Apples, cranberries, plums are also used to make wine. However, if it says wine on the bottle it is from wine grapes. Wine grapes are sweeter, smaller, and have more seeds than 

Carlotta Salvini: The Best Sommelier in Italy

Carlotta Salvini: The Best Sommelier in Italy

I am super excited to present Carlotta Salvini. Carlotta was born in the beautiful Tuscan town of Siena, Italy, and is fascinated by the wine industry. She graduated in 2013, in agriculture from the University of Florence. Carlotta continued her training in the wine industry, 

12 tips for a Successful Visit to a Winery

12 tips for a Successful Visit to a Winery

A majority of wineries are owned by families who put their hard work, love and expertise into managing the vineyard. The families take great pride in their wineries and you are their guest. I have compiled a few rules to help you enjoy your experience while visiting a winery.

Shagun Mehra: Trailblazer in the Kitchen

Shagun Mehra: Trailblazer in the Kitchen

Iā€™m a hotelier’s daughter. Iā€™m a 5th generation in the business of food. So, I guess it runs in my veins. Iā€™m naturally drawn to it and I feel like ingredients and wine speak to me. The complexity intrigues me in the most natural ways