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Why would a winemaker add tannins to wine?

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Mar 11, 2024

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How long do wines have to age before release?

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Mar 4, 2024

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Which is better for smoothing out red wine tannins, decanting or bottle aging?

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Feb 26, 2024

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Does sediment help wine age?

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Feb 20, 2024

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Can a special stopper help an open bottle of Champagne keep its bubbles?

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Feb 12, 2024

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Does wine actually contain spices, chocolate and flowers?

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Feb 5, 2024

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Do imported wines contain sulfites?

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Jan 29, 2024

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Should I shake a bottle of red wine to mix in the sediment?

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Jan 22, 2024

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How can I tell I’m tasting the same non-vintage wine scored and reviewed by Wine Spectator?

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Jan 16, 2024

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Can I ask a waiter to pour less wine into my glass so I can swirl easily?

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Jan 8, 2024

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Dr. Vinny’s Top 10 New Questions of 2023

Counting down the year’s most popular wine questions, from storage to serving and beyond

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Jan 3, 2024

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How can I open a bottle of pét-nat without making a mess?

Dec 18, 2023