How can I develop a sophisticated palate?
Notes of blackberry, ash, or violet. Citrus and honeysuckle, flint and caramel. I do not taste them when I drink wine! But I'm sure that sommeliers are not making up flavors just for fun. The flavors must be in there somewhere. Can I train my tongue, too?...
Can you really tell the difference between cheap and expensive wine?
I mean cmon here people, there are some amazing bottles of $5 wine. When a wine bottle costs more than $20, you can typically count me out. Are my tastebuds under developed or am I just uncultured? ...
Is there any use for stale wine?
I opened a nice bottle of Bordeaux on Thanksgiving and only drank about half. It's been sitting on my countertop for over a week and I have no doubt it's far past drinkable. Is it too sour to cook? Does red wine even go bad? What should I do next time I open a bottle I know I won't finish?...
Wine Store in Tampa/St. Pete
Can someone recommend a good wine store in the Tampa/St. Pete area that covers some of the lesser known regions of France....
How do I select the best choice of wine?
I am a sales manager. I also love food and drinks, particularly wine. I really do not know what to look out for in wine so I can make my choice. It looks as though I love all, but I still have preferences. I need to know what I'm looking for in wine....
What kind of wines tend to be palatable for large groups?
I am getting wine for a gathering and want to know what kinds would suit a group setting best....