Lots of things you want to know about Wine, but were afraid to ask!

Have you ever been to a wine tasting or at a party where people are discussing wine and its complexities and felt like you were listening to a conversation in another language? Well, these pages are for you. If you know a little about wine, but would like to know more, or are just interested in expanding your knowledge of the subject, click on the links below for explanations of several of the different varieties of wine, as well as the proper way to present and open wine at the table. We hope these pages help to demystify this facsinating subject and lead to a better understanding and appreciation of fine wines and fortified wines.

Fortified Wines (Ports, Sherries, Etc.)

The History of Porto

A Brief Lesson on Bordeaux

A Taste of Burgundy

Cabernet Sauvignon - perhaps the noblest of Grapes?

Champagne Anyone?

I'll have a Chardonnay Please

France's Loire Valley

What is Merlot?

Pinot Noir

Sauvignon Blanc

Zinfandel - The Red and the White

The Country Wines of France - What is Vin de Pays

How Do I serve this bottle of Wine? Help?