Posts Tagged ‘laurent perrier rose’
Sangiovese Red Wines and You
As the weather cools, it is time to return to the red wines over the white wines. This week, we’re highlighting Sangiovese. The name of this grape comes from the Latin, sanguis Jovis, “ the blood of Jove.” Before it accepts the oaky, dark flavors of the barrels, young Sangiovese red wines are fruity, with [...]
What is Sherry?
Sherry is different from most white wines because it is produced in Spain. Originally from Jerez, “sherry” is an Anglicization of the Southern Spanish town. When fermentation is complete, brandy is added, which accounts for the sweet flavors of most sherries. Dry, light sherries are called finos, and darker, heavier versions are olorosos. All are [...]
Red Wines are My Favorite
Last night I had some delicious red wines. My aunt poured me a full glass of a light red, very clear pinot noir. I didn’t know what it was when I tried it, and I mistakenly took its light, fruity flavors for a cabernet sauvignon. There were hints of cherry, raspberry, and a chocolatey aftertaste [...]
Burgundy vs. Bordeaux Red Wines: What’s the Difference?
In the world of red wines, the slightest discrepancy can be the difference between a superb bottle and a flat, boring one. Today we’re going to discern a Bordeaux from a burgundy. Bordeaux has the larger scale producers – these chateaux oversee the entire growing and production process. Typically, a wine snob believes that this [...]
Chilled Red Wines? Really?
Well, so far here in onlinekosherblogland, we’ve posted about our love for rose wines and white wines, so it may not surprise you that today’s post will be about the most classic of all classics: red wines. But, as you may have noticed, it’s summertime! Do you want something hot to drink? No. Something tepid, [...]
In This Heat, When We’re Not In The Pink, You Know We’re Drinking White Wines
Ah, white wines. How crisp, clean, minerally, and citrusy you are! And is that a hint of vanilla I detect? The scent of pineapple, as if I were standing on a beach watching a sunset, eating some pineapple? Let us count the ways in which we love cool and delicious white wines. What is that [...]
Summertime, The Season For Dry Rose Wines
We’re beginning the blog in the summertime, in the highest heat wave to hit the Northeast US in 9 years. In NYC, we’re seeing triple digits on our thermometers. Only three days have been warmer than yesterday since 1870. It’s hot, folks. So, naturally besides dunking our heads in ice water, we’re thinking about dry [...]
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