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New Articles for May 23, 2007 Wines are produced by allowing grapes to ferment. Vintage wines are prime quality wines that have a particular flavor owing to the process of making mother using grapes that were all grown in a particular year. Over the years this term has come to denote wine that is old and very valuable for its unique taste. You need to choose the right vintage for celebrating an important occasion to bring out the nature of the celebration. How do you choose vintage? You can choose them based on the brand names as wines from certain wine houses are of a finer quality than others and you can choose them according to the years of making. The older the wine is the better the taste and quality. Light, Bright and Sparkling: How to Choose Your Next Bottle of Wine With all the different brands, styles, and flavors, it's tough to know how to pick your next bottle of wine. Let this guide walk you through the process and give you great tips on how to choose your next bottle. How to Pour the Perfect Glass of Wine Would you like to pour the perfect glass of wine? Impress your friends and family with this easy to follow guide and you to can pour like a pro! Five Simple Ways to Choose Wines Wine is used as an accompaniment to food on several occasions. How do you choose the right type of wine? Here are some tips on this. Choosing wine really depends on the type of food that you are going to have. Another thing about wine is that when you take a particular type of wine or a wine from a particular region, the food of the people in that region goes with the wine from that region. So this is another point to keep in mind when selecting wine. Wine Library TV, Episode 64: New York State Wines and a Tour Today Gary Vaynerchuk not only tours the wines of New York State but takes a little tour of his own. Please leave Gary comments he adores them. Wine Library TV, Episode 65: Barolo and Brunello Wine Tasting of Italy Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through the Tuscany and Piedmont today when he tries 2 Barolo wines and 2 Brunello wines. Sit back and enjoy another great episode of WLTV. Wine Library TV, Episode 66: A Wine Library Viewers Show and 2 California Wines Today Gary Vaynerchuk goes through questions and wines that have been asked of him. Gary tours through the vineyards of California and speaks on many different wine topics. Sit back and enjoy and let Gary know what you think by adding some comments! Recipes for Making Your Own Homebrew Beer Homemade or home-brewed beer can be a rewarding experience with the right tools and the right recipe. A search of the Internet will bring up everything from recipes for Moose Milk Stout to Lawnmower Special. Here is a collection of homebrew beers from around the world. Homemade Beer: Get Started With This Simple Guide Get Started With This Simple Guide. Beer Brewing 101: How To Make Cheap (But Great Tasting) Beer If you enjoy drinking beer, but don't enjoy the high prices of going to a bar or restaurant for a decent brew, you can brew your own beer in your kitchen. If you are tired of paying a lot of money for beer that you think tastes like cat piss, you should consider brewing it yourself. Art of the Drink: St. Patrick's Day Irish Coffee Anthony delves into the art and science of making the perfect Irish Coffee! Art of the Drink: Bourbon Tasting Class Join Anthony in a Bourbon Tasting Class hosted by Master Distiller David Pickerell! Art of the Drink: Espresso Martini Anthony visits Bean Traders in search of the perfect espresso and transforms it into a martini. Art of the Drink: Easter Ascension Anthony brings back Melissa for an original Easter cocktail! Art of the Drink: Classic Caipirinha As the weather warms up, Anthony and Melissa show you the secrets behind Brazil's national drink, the Caipirinha. Anthony and Melissa wrap up AOTD's first year with an original cocktail honoring the First Family of Bourbon. Wine Library TV, Episode 61: Restaurant wines and funny sounds Today Gary explores 4 wines that are often found on Restaurant lists and you get a look at some of the behind the scenes things going on at Wine Library. Gary tastes Cakebread, Far Niente, Stag's Leap and Duckhorn. Enjoy and please leave Gary comments! Wine Library TV, Episode 62: 3 Highly rated Reds With his apartment move completed Gary returns today with a new episode of WLTV. Today Gary tastes and reviews three red wines. See how these three highly rated wines stack up. Also Gary has a new question for our viewers today. Wine Library TV, Episode 63: California Red Zinfandel Today Gary Vaynerchuk attacks California Red Zinfandel, their Alcohol's, flavors and finishes. Gary V loves Zinfandel so it will be fun to see what he thinks of these 4 wines. Please join in and leave a comment. Are you a bartender and are you sick of getting bad shifts at your job? Do you want to control your work schedule and get paid top dollar for your bartending skills? You can become a private bartender with the tips I am about to give you. Even if you are not a bartender you can get the training you need and become a private bartender. Bartending for Dummy: 5 Keys to Success Behind a Bar Have you always wondered how it would be to make an extra few hundred dollars behind a bar each week? I have spent the last 5 years living as a bartender as I attend and finish college, and I must say it is going to be hard to give up the money. I am here to help you get behind a bar and make a generous CASH salary like I have, and may continue to do. The Complete Bartender: How to Become a Better Bartender The complete bartender has specific qualities that his or her customers benefit from. I am sorry to say, but not a single one of these qualities includes anything physical. Yes, it is nice to have a decent looking person serving you from behind the bar, but that is not the most important thing and most customers will gladly trade in a hot bartender for one that will take care of them the right way. Art of the Drink: Maker's Mark Distillery Tour Anthony takes you on a guided tour and shows you how Bourbon is made by the masters! Art of the Drink: Season 2 Outtakes A compilation of the funniest moments from our second season (so far)! Wine Library TV, Episode 58: I'm Not Pissed Today Gary takes Wine Library TV to the next level, creating a forum for honest discussion about wines. Gary loves sharing his passion for wine with you and now he needs your help. Gary needs input from you the viewer proving that Wine Library TV is not a one-way street. Oh yes, he also reviews a hot Pinot Noir from New Zealand and lets you know who it stacks up against traditional Burgandy. Follow Gary into this brave new world. Wine Library TV, Episode 59: Argentine Malbecs In today's episode Gary tastes and reviews four Malbecs from Argentina. Gary also responds to the overwhelming response from our viewers. Keep those comments and the emails coming! Wine Library TV, Episode 60: 90 point wines 2 reds 2 whites Today Gary Vaynerchuk tastes 4 different wines all scored 90 points or higher. This is a great episode and one that we think will drive a lot of comments. Enjoy the Chardonnay's and Barolo. 101 Bartending Basics: Mixology for the Beginning Bartender Bartending is becoming a great way to make extra money or to make a great living. There are new bars and restaurants popping up all over the place. In order to become a bartender you need to know some of the basics. I am going to lead you through some of the 101-bartending basics of mixology. Girl Bartender: Does Male or Female Make a Difference There is an ongoing debate in the world of bartending on whether being male or female makes a difference behind the bar. It does, but mainly for the bar owner more than the actual bartender. For the bartender the only thing that really matters is their skill level. Mixology School: The Bartender's Recipe Guide Mixology is basically the art of mixing a good drink behind a bar. There are many different definitions to what a good drink is. Some of us like it strong enough to put hair on our chest, and others like it fruity and tasty. It just depends on what your taste is. Every bartender should go through Mixology School, and I am going to tell you why. For years now a staple to my summertime diet has been to have a glass or two of sangria while sitting out on my patio on those warm summer evenings with friends. Sangria is a wine based punch that originates from Portugal and Spain. The word sangria is derived from the Spanish word sangre, which means blood. Sangria is usually made from red wine, sliced citrus fruit, sugar, and a sprit such as brandy or triple sec. Read all about Sangria, including the different kinds and get a great true Sangria recipe. Creating a Traditional Sangria Recipe from Spain Besides the beautiful weather and beaches of Spain, you'll not want to miss out on one of the great sangria recipes at the local bars and restaurants. Sangria is a drink that's traditional to Spain, and nearly any restaurant establishment will serve it. Art of the Drink: Mardi Gras Sazerac Anthony and Krysta get ready for Mardi Gras with a traditional New Orleans Sazerac! The Negroni, another addition to the Classic Cocktails Series, stuns in both looks and taste. Wine Library TV, Episode 55: More today with Philippe Melka In today's episode Gary continues with Philippe Melka. Gary and Philippe taste four wines including two wines from Melka Wines. Wine Library TV, Episode 56: Gary welcomes his guest Robert Mondovi Jr. Today Gary and his special guest Robert Mondavi Jr. talk about his return to the world of wine and wine making. Watch as Gary tastes and reviews four of Roberts wines. Wine Library TV, Episode 57: We're Back! Gary rates 4 Australian Wines Watch today as Wine Library TV returns after it's hiatus. Gary talks about TV deals and the future direction of Wine Library TV. Then Gary reviews four Australian wines and reviews them in a unique way. This is one episode you can't miss! For whatever reason, wine has become a drink that some people fear. Some people are simply too scared to approach it, looking at a bottle the same way they used to look at the popular girl or boy they had a crush on in high school. No one is really sure when wine got this reputation, but it did: wine is the most intimidating of alcohol. Seven Essential Wines: What to Always Have on Hand You're not quite ready to fill your entire wine cellar, but you need to have at least some wines on hand. Here's a guide to selecting and maintaining seven essential wines so you are prepared for any situation. Have you wondered what the differences are between the red and white wine or how to taste wine? Wine 101 navigates you through some of nuances and gets you on track to becoming aficionado. How to Make a Manhattan Cocktail Are you tired of drinking the same thing every time you want a cocktail? Are you looking to try a great drink with some history attached to it? Why not try a Manhattan cocktail? This guide to the Manhattan cocktail will show you everything you need to know to make them at home. The espresso martini is a delicious way to satisfy both your craving for alcohol and your caffeine fix. Learn some of the most popular ways to make this up and coming new drink in this article. Anthony introduces February DrinkArt Girl Krysta and shows you the perfect new libation for Valentine's Day! Wine Library TV, Episode 52: 05 Bordeaux Update, Where is the Market Going? Today Gary Vaynerchuk updates the world where the 2005 Bordeaux Market has gone. What will happen with Pape Clement, Pavie, Haut Brion, Mouton, Petrus, Latour, Troplong Mondot, Clinet, Branon and others go? Gary is also tasting 4 great Bordeaux, lets see his reaction to them. Wine Library TV, Episode 53: Today Gary Tastes the Wines of Chateau St Jean Today Gary welcomes his special guest Margo Van Staavern, Winemaker from Chateau St Jean of California to taste and talk about her wines. Wine Library TV, Episode 54: Today Gary Tastes 2 New Wines from Melka Wines Watch today as Gary welcomes his special guest Philippe Melka of Melka Wines. One of Gary's favorite California wine makers, Gary tastes two of Philippe Melkas newest wines. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Marche Region If you are looking for fine Italian wine and food, consider The Marche region of central Italy. You may find a bargain, and I hope that you'll have fun on this fact-filled wine education tour. I Love Italian Wine and Food: Liguria Region, Tuscany Wine I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy's twenty regions. This article explores the Liguria region of northern Italy. Bargains abound. I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine. I Love Italian Wine and Food: Riserva Wines I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy's twenty regions. What does the word Riserva on the label mean? Can you still get a bargain? No matter what task is before an individual, you must have the proper tools to accomplish the job. If you want to tend bar, whether in the home or professionally, to make quality drinks which everyone will enjoy, you will need your box of bar tools, which will allow you to turn out delicious concoctions. Having the correct tools will ease the job of making good drinks. Let's take a look at the most essential tools. 5 Things To Remember While Serving A Cocktail Cocktails are a great way of enjoying your favorite spirits and liqueurs. Here are some tips to help you serve them the right way. Restaurant Cocktail Menu: World's Best Food and Wine Combo Don't bother mentally processing the infinite pairings possible with food and wine, in any consideration of the world's best. I must also leave out my personal childhood favorite of Tom's Peanut Butter Crackers and Coca Cola (a treat I still indulge on road trips). There is no doubt that a well made Sazerac cocktail with freshly opened oysters stands astride the epicurean world like The Colossus of Rhodes as the best possible combination of food and drink. The cocktail has the distinction of being an original American drink. Its origins are murky, but the most common account names one Antoine Amedee Peychaud, a young Creole from a distinguished French family, as the originator of the drink. Art of the Drink: Bill Samuels Jr. Interview Anthony visits Loretto, KY, and talks with Maker's Mark president Bill Samuels Jr. Art of the Drink: Season 1 Highlights Watch clips from the first season of Art of the Drink. Wine Library TV, Episode 49: Today Gary Goes to South Africa Watch today as Gary Vaynerchuck tastes an up and coming South African white wine. Wine Library TV, Episode 50: Spain and Spanish Wines Watch today as Gary tastes 3 wines from Spain and takes you along on his trip through Spain. Wine Library TV, Episode 51: Gary Vaynerchuk Tastes the Wines of Raymond Gary welcomes Walter Raymond from Raymond vineyards. One of the great California wineries makes it's latest reserve selections available for Gary to comment on. Watch as there is a huge surprise at the end of the show. Mixing It Up: A New Era of Sherry Cocktails Everybody is looking for the next big drink: Sherry cocktails could be the future. A Cocktail of Cultures: The Growth of Asian Influence in the London Bar Scene Read about the explosion of Asian influence in the London bar scene. Tequila: Beauty and Brutality, Bottled Wine snobs, eat your heart out. The pop culture icon and poor man's drink, tequila, has somehow reinvented itself yet again. Embracing its feminine side through centuries of violence, religion, sex and beauty, it has landed, to everyone's surprise, on the top shelf of the beverage world, ready to spark another rebellion. The X Factor: A New Generation of Discerning Drinkers is Turning to Sherry as the Drink of Choice The growth of Sherry across the world is attributable to our fast maturing palates. We know our wines far better than 10 years ago, we are inundated with fine vodkas and a plethora of foreign beers and we constantly crave the next big thing. Wine Library TV, Episode 46: I'm back and Washington State Today Gary Vaynerchuk finally returns from Spain with 4 super wines from Washington State and a few stories! Wine Library TV, Episode 47: Don't Judge a Wine by it's Vintage Today Gary Vaynerchuk tries to educate the public about off vintage wines and why they maybe the best thing in the market today! With the 2000 Ristow as his tool Gary challenges the wine world! Wine Library TV, Episode 48: Today Gary Meets the Meekers In today's episode Gary Vanerchuk welcomes Molly and Charlie Meeker of Meeker Vineyards. Art of the Drink: Champagne Cocktail Anthony shows you the correct way to open a bottle of bubbly for your New Year's Eve celebration! It's New Years Eve...Do You Know Where Your Martinis Are? Get ready for the party of the year! Make hosting your New Years Eve party a breeze by following a few simple steps and a few easy martini recipes! Vodka is the surprise package of the 20th Century. From an unknown Russian drink to the most widely used cocktail drink, it has been quite a journey. Just because you don't like the taste of vodka doesn't mean that you can't enjoy a martini. Just be sure that it's a chocolate martini. When you mix something with chocolate it's sure to taste good. Hangover: How To Prevent and Cure hangovers Quickly It's that time of year again we have hangovers and want to cure them. Of course, you should not drink to excess in the first place but if you do, here are some proven methods that will work to cure your hangover fast. How To Cure a Hangover: Hangover Cure Tips Get 7 tips and tricks to help you cure a hangover quickly and as painlessly as possible. Art of the Drink: Candy Cane Martini Anthony's back behind the bar in December with a new DrinkArt Girl and a Candy Cane Martini to usher in the holiday month! Art of the Drink: Ginger Green Tea Toddy As cold weather settles in, Anthony and Tracy warm things up with a Ginger Green Tea Hot Toddy! Art of the Drink: Anthony's Syllabub Art of the Drink wishes you a Merry Christmas with Anthony's Syllabub! Wine Library TV, Episode 43: Achaval Ferrer winery: Santiago Achaval Today Gary welcomes the great Santiago Achaval. The wines of Achaval Ferrer maybe the best in all of Argentina! Wine Library TV, Episode 44: Wines of the World: Spain, Australia and France Gary explores wines from three areas: Spain, Australia and Bordeaux. Wine Library TV, Episode 45: 4 Top Selling Value Priced Wines Today Gary Vaynerchuk tastes 4 of the top selling value priced wines under $12, in this best values episode. Organic Wine: A Reprieve for the Allergic For people who are allergic to sulfites, drinking a glass of wine can be a deadly experience. But, certain types of wine: such as organic wine: minimize the amounts of sulfites used, giving those allergic a chance to literally drink to their health. The Cork Heard Around the World Beaujolais nouveau is a special wine that comes out but once a year. Viewed by many as a holiday treat, this line of wine flies off the shelves as quick as Tickle Me Elmo in the toy store. Cork Taint: Something to Wine About Cork taint has the potential to come between you and your wine; it can take a good bottle and make it undrinkable. But, as we speak, researchers are looking for a way to put a cork in the tainting process. Anthony shows you a versatile virgin drink for holiday family outings or entertaining at home! Wine Library TV, Episode 40: Passion for Wine and for Life and Even Football Today Gary shows his passion for the NFL, the New York Jets and Cigarral Pago Del Ama 2001. This will be one of the most talked about episodes ever and will make you look at Gary in a different light. I hope people understand I love these guys, I have been a fan since I was 5 and I am not always that insane-Gary Vaynerchuk Wine Library TV, Episode 41: Special Guest Michael Havens Today Gary Vaynerchuk welcomes Michael Havens of Havens winery in Napa. Gary has been a long time fan of Michael's wines and these 4 look to be no different. Wine Library TV, Episode 42: How To Taste Wine In today's episode Gary Vaynerchuk tackles the one question he gets e-mailed the most about. This may very well be the one episode that everyone will be talking about. I Love Italian Wine and Food: Tasting A Noble Sicilian Wine I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy's twenty regions. This article records the results of tasting a noble Sicilian red wine, both on its own and with food. Was it a bargain? I Love Italian Wine and Food: Vino Novello (New Wine) I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy's twenty regions. This article explores the Italian new wines of the 2006 harvest. I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Molise Region I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy's twenty regions. This article explores the Molise region of central Italy. Bargains abound. I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine. Art of the Drink: Hot Buttered Cider This Thanksgiving, Anthony breaks out his special Bourbon-based Hot Buttered Cider! Wine Library TV, Episode 37: Hogue Cellars from Washington State Today Gary Vaynerchuk welcomes David Forsyth Director of Winemaking of Hogue. Gary finds the Cabernet and Riesling very exciting and ponders the Syrah. Wine Library TV, Episode 38: Mixed Bag of California Red Wines Today Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through 5 different red wines from California. Watch as Gary spits through 1 Pinot Noir, 2 Cabernets, 1 Peritage and a Petite Sirah. Wine Library TV, Episode 39: Dessert Wine...Better Than You Think? Today Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through 4 very different dessert wines. The wines from Australia, Hungary, California and Bordeaux (sauterne) are evaluated. This is a very serious episode today that will make you start thinking about sweet wines in a different way! Some California wine-makers have hired a new kind of work force that is cost-effective and easy to please. Better still, they will never ask for a raise. John Blackstone visits one such wine-maker. The price of champagne is a common consideration among buyers. Some branded champagnes are very expensive. This is why a number of people are looking for alternatives to such costly vintage. What is it to cook a meal or make a cocktail recipe with a dash of a little effervescence around to create that bubbly entertaining look around your glass, while your drink adding the ingredient Champagne needs to sense that strong affluent showoff attraction if you are a male and should be made sizzling sparkle if you are a female. For one and many need not make a guess that Champagne is just the right drink for your parties, celebrations and New Year blast. You can use this wine all year around to add to a drink or roll over drinking all nightlong Thanks to human hands and creation now you can create Mumma Mia champagne recipes in your Mama's kitchen. You can train your cook or just ask the bartender to do the needful. With the large number of available champagnes, it is difficult to choose one that fits a person's unique taste. To assist in making a selection, it is wise to read champagne reviews that are widely available on the Internet. A champagne toast is one good way of celebrating an important occasion. This is usually marked as one of the highlights of the celebration. Wine Library TV, Episode 34: Amarone wines from Veneto Gary Vaynerchuk explores some of his favorite wines today when he tastes through some amazing or not so amazing Amerone's. Watch as Gary tastes through the Allegrini Amarone 2000, Bertani Amarone 1998 and the Cecilia Beretta Amarone Terre Di Cariano 2000. This is a wonderful episode and Gary even touches on the mid palate. Wine Library TV, Episode 35: Guest Star Tony Coturri We are very lucky to have Tony Coturri of the legendary Coturri wines here with us today. Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through these true wines and is stunned by them. Coturri winery is very famous for their farming and the approach to vineyards. Wine Library TV, Episode 36: Chinon and Vacqueyras Tasting Watch as Gary Vaynerchuk tastes three wines from the lesser known wine regions of Chinon and Vacqueyars. These are two of the lesser-known high-quality wine areas in France. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Sicily Region I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy's twenty regions. This article explores the Sicily region of southern Italy. Bargains abound. I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Friuli-Venezia Giuli Region I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy's twenty regions. This article explores the Friuli-Venezia Giuli region of northern Italy. Bargains abound. I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Tuscany Region I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy's twenty regions. This article explores the Tuscany region of central Italy. Bargains abound. I'll make specific recommendations, and won't be silent if I'm unhappy with a wine. Live from the 2006 World Beer Festival, Anthony shows you how to make a Mai Tai! Art of the Drink: Rick Lyke Interview In this episode of our AOTD On The Road in November series, Anthony interviews beverage writer Rick Lyke. Wine Library TV, Episode 31: Viognier, The Other White Wine Gary Vaynerchuk sinks his palate into one of the lesser known white wines: Viognier. The 3 wines range in flavors and profiles, sit back and enjoy. Wine Library TV, Episode 32: California Red Wines Watch as Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through 4 wines from California. The 3 Cabernet Sauvignon's and 1 Merlot are well known wines that have all had their share of highs! Please share your thoughts on the episode by adding a comment. Wine Library TV, Episode 33: 2005 Bordeaux: 1st Taste Out of Barrel Tasting Watch today as Gary Vaynerchuk tastes the 1st barrel samples maybe in the US! The 2005 vintage has a real chance of being the vintage of the decade. Gary tastes the Sansonnet, Clos L'Eglise and the Haut Bergey. I Love Italian Wine and Food: Launching a Series I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines of Italy’s twenty regions, and foods that accompany them. There are bargains to be had and I’ll be making specific recommendations. If I’m unhappy with a wine I’ll let you know. Please join me. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Latium Region I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy’s twenty regions. This article explores the Latium region of central Italy. Bargains abound. I’ll make specific recommendations, but won’t be silent if I’m unhappy with a wine. Please join me on this extended tour. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Piedmont Region I love Italian wine and food so much that I am doing a series on the typical and special wines and foods of Italy’s twenty regions. This article explores the Piedmont region of northern Italy. Bargains abound. I’ll make specific recommendations, but won’t be silent if I’m unhappy with a wine. Please join me on this extended tour. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Sardinia Region If you are looking for fine Italian wine and food, consider Sardinia. You may find a bargain, and I hope that you'll have fun on the fact-filled wine education tour. I Love Italian Wine and Food: The Abruzzi Region If you are looking for fine Italian wine and food, consider Abruzzi. You may find a bargain, and I hope that you'll have fun on this fact-filled wine education tour. Art of the Drink: Flaming Zombie Who says fire kills the undead? Cap off your Halloween costume with Anthony’s Flaming Zombie! Wine Library TV, Episode 28: 2 Wonderful Red Wines Go Head to Head Watch as Gary Vaynerchuk compares a Shiraz/Cabernet blend to a 100% Napa Cabernet, it’s a very serious taste off. Wine Library TV, Episode 29: Champagne Information: Final 6-Pack Wine Watch this video and learn that there is a lot to learn about Champagne. Gary Vaynerchuk adores the bubbly and shows his real passion here. Wine Library TV, Episode 30: Pinot Noir goes Sideways...in Chile? Watch this amazing episode as Gary Vaynerchuk from Wine Library finds that Chile can make world class Pinot Noir for under $20 a bottle. This is a great episode to prove if you look hard enough there are some great deals out there. In the United States, California accounts for the largest share of wine producers, including Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, Monterey, Paso Robles, and Santa Ynez. Of these, Napa Valley is the most popular wine region. Father of the California Wine Industry Agoston Haraszthy served as a member of the Royal Hungarian Guards but fled Europe for fear of being branded a revolutionist. Don’t Miss Out on a Trip to the California Wine Country For all wine lovers, a trip to San Francisco should also consist of day trip to some of the fine vineyards that are in driving distance of the city. Delicious Cocktails to Please Your Guests When having a dinner party, the cocktails determine a large aspect of its success that you make available. You can really turn your party into a night to remember if you can expose your guests to some delicious drinks that they’ll never forget. In this article, we’ll relay some cocktail recipes that can surprise and impress your guests. Wine Library TV, Episode 25: California Zinfandel, Where is it now? Watch as Gary Vaynerchuk explores the ever changing world of California Zinfandel. Zinfandel has gone through its ups and it’s downs and this is a nice update of where it is! Gary tastes the R and B Cellars Zinfandel 2003, Brown Estate Chiles Valley Zinfandel 2003 and the Frogs Leap Zinfandel 2003. Wine Library TV, Episode 26: Wine Tasting with Gary, The 1st Red Wine! Today Gary Vaynerchuk starts tasting from the 6pack we sold earlier last week. Watch as Gary goes through this wonderful Monstant the Can Blau Montsant 2004. A 90 point wine from Robert Parker the Monstant is loaded with cherry fruit flavors, but lets see what Gary Vaynerchuk thinks. Wine Library TV, Episode 27: White Burgundy Taste Off, The Wine Library 6 Pack Watch as Gary Vaynerchuk tastes through a wonderful Meursault and compares it to a super Chardonnay from the Bourgogne. Read about the best in new cocktail recipes from all over the Unites States. Full recipes and mixing instructions for the top ten are included. Whether bartending on the job, bartending for friends at home, or if you hang out with a Mr. James Bond, you will frequently come across the question, shaken or stirred? This question does require a lot of thought as it applies to so many more drinks than just the vodka or gin martini. Art of the Drink: Presbyterian Anthony and Whitney wrap up September with the second installment of the AOTD Classic Cocktails Series: a Presbyterian. Art of the Drink: Applejack Rabbit The essence of apples and maple syrup herald the coming of Autumn in this unique cocktail. Wine Library TV, Episode 22: A Tour of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon Gary Vaynerchuck explores 4 great napa valley cabernets. Napa is California’s most famous wine-growing region, and Cabernet, it’s most famous grape. Wine Library TV, Episode 23: 2005 Bordeaux Futures vs. 2003 Bordeaux Watch as Gary Vaynerchuk talks about the upcoming 2005 vintage from Bordeaux, and debates the value of the 2003 vintage versus the 2005s. Wine Library TV, Episode 24: Wines of the World: Spain, Germany and California Today Gary Vaynerchuk starts a new segment on Wine Library TV: Wines of the World. He will explore 2-4 wines and rate them with tasting notes. On today’s episode, Gary tries a Riesling from Germany, a white Grenache from Spain and a wonderful, complex Syrah from California. Five Cool and Fruity Cocktails You Can Make At Home These five cool and fruity cocktails are sure to add that extra something to your next gathering. Friends and family will enjoy drinking them as much as you enjoy making them. Finding a Good Martini in a Tropical Climate Read a short tongue-in-cheek account of the author’s quest to find the perfect martini in the tropics. 12 Terrific Martini Glasses To Buy Buy Martini Glasses that look great and are so much fun. There are so many styles to choose from that you are certain to find the ones you love with just a little bit of shopping. Insight always comes to me in the latest hour of the evening. This evening was shadowed with the feelings of melancholy and sadness. Sometimes you just want to hide from the world and the only one you can handle talking to is your best girlfriend. On this evening we went to our favorite martini bar to bitch about life, we knew that we could hide out on our favorite corner couch, eat chocolate and drink a good martini. We also knew that we would hopefully not be bothered by anyone we knew. It is always great when your girlfriend is in the same bad mood that you are. I knew we both felt like crap when I realized that neither of us had done our hair. The ponytail was a fashion statement that evening. Martinis are usually the inspiration for laughter and giggles however on that evening I could tell that they were going to be the catalyst of tears. Art of the Drink: Mimosa Royale Mother’s Day is almost here. Along with the flowers, why don’t you surprise Mom with her new favorite drink? Anthony and Ashley show you how to kick up a Mimosa. Celebrate the premiere of "The Da Vinci Code" by embarking on a quest for the perfect Holy Grail! Anthony and Ashley will show you the secrets behind making this original twist on the classic Bloody Mary. Art of the Drink: Sunset Pousse-Café Midsummer is here and Anthony pays tribute with his spectacular flaming Sunset Pousse-Café! He and Rachel take you through layering and lighting a cordial. Wine Library TV, Episode 19: Remirez De Ganuza, A Serious Rioja Wine Watch as Gary Vaynerchuk tastes and analyzes the 2001 Remirez De Ganuza Rioja. Made by world class winemaker Fernando Remirez De Ganuza. The 2001 Remirez scored 95 points from Steven Tanzer and 94 points from Robert Parker, let’s see what Gary thinks! Wine Library TV, Episode 20: Old World vs. New World Wines Gary Vaynerchuk goes after a hot debate in wine: Old world versus New world. Watch as he tries two Brunellos made in very different ways! Wine Library TV, Episode 21: Carmenere, An Unknown Wine Gary Vaynerchuk tastes an unusual wine varietal: Carmenere. One of the original Bordeaux grapes, Carmenere is slowly making a comeback. TreehuggerTV: Organic and Biodynamic Wines This week THTV takes a behind the scenes look at Organic and BioDynamic wines. From Scott Pactor’s Appellation Wine Store in New York City to Mike Benziger’s family winery in California, THTV explores what makes organic wines good, how to run a succesful wine store and the meaning of being biodynamic. We also get some straight forward advice from Jonathan Russo, publisher of Organic Wine Journal. Bartending: Creepy Halloween Cocktails Special holidays need special drinks. What cocktails are you going to prepare to amaze your guests on Halloween? Well, we’ve got a top five answer for you. The drink is usually named according to its ingredients, how it is presented and how it looks. To be a good bartender or a good customer, there are certain terminologies that you need to be familiar with. The bartender must know his way in, out and around his bar to avoid confusion and to save time and energy especially when he is catering to a party of a thousand people. The rush hour, which is from one to two in the early morning, the mixing stations can serve up to 180 drinks per hour. In these situations, four to six mixing stations are set up all around the place. Inventories must be made before the bar opens. A good bartender, as well as an informed customer, will have familiarized himself with the different terms used. The more common of these terms are used a lot in bars. Anthony and Whitney toast the opening of football season with a First Down! Anthony and Kat kick off the AOTD Classic Cocktails series with a Whisky Flip! Anthony and Whitney mark the onset of storm season and pay tribute to New Orleans with a Hurricane that even FEMA can get right. Wine Library TV: Episode 16: An Unknown California Cult Wine Today Gary explores the 2003 Egelhoff Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. Bob Egelhoff is one of the finest winemakers in all of California. Wine Library TV, Episode 17: Screw Caps, New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs Gary talks about screw caps and explores five sauvignon blanc wines from New Zealand. Watch as Gary ventures through the Sauvignon Blancs of Marlborough and weighs in on the screw top debat in the wine industry. Wine Library TV, Episode 18: What Does Decanting Wine Do? Watch as Gary Vaynerchuk demonstrates the value of decanting wines. Also we explore the wonderful wines of the Barrosa Valley (Australia’s Napa valley) with Amon Ra. Crafted by Ben Glatzer, Amon Ra stands among the greatest wines in the world. How to Properly Store Your Leftover Wine How do you preserve an open bottle of wine when you don’t want to (or can’t) drink the whole thing in one sitting? There are only four reliable methods of preserving the remaining wine, some more reliable than others. Learn the pros and cons of each method in this informative article. The Proper Care and Storage for Wine The consumption and collection of wine has been growing over the last few years. How has this wine been stored? Generally, many people store wine because of its investment value. During the last few years, the value of wine, which is purchased young and properly stored, has appreciated several times over. With the popularity of wine increasing, growth in this trend is expected to continue. Also, several people work on a kind of a rotation system, storing wine for their own utilization in the future. The best system is to buy fine wines when available and store them properly until they fully mature. Art of the Drink: Metropolitan Anthony and Kat show you how to enjoy the Emmy Awards in style with a classic Metropolitan. This Father’s Day, treat Dad to a classic martini built on the rocks. Anthony and Rachel show you how to make a bourbon-based Godfather. Art of the Drink: Beach Bellini Heading to the beach for Memorial Day? Are gas prices making a weenie-roast around the inflatable kiddy pool look more likely? Either way, Anthony and Ashley will help you bring a taste of the Italian Riviera to your holiday with this jazzed-up version of the Peach Bellini. Wine Library TV, Episode 13: Gary Explores Wine Tasting Parties Watch as Gary goes into wine tasting parties and tastes some great valued wines. Wine Library TV, Episode 14: Our first guest Daniel Johnnes Our first guest Daniel Johnnes. Wine Library TV, Episode 15: Wine Ratings Some surprising results as Gary tries 90 point wines. If you are a wine lover and enthusiast, you will surely be delighted to attend wine tasting activities and events. But won’t it be great to have that wine tasting experience while on holiday trips or vacations? That’s exactly what wine tasting tours will offer you: great wine tasting and wine festivals while touring great wineries and the countryside. If you’ve already explored the beautiful countryside of California, then you probably know about the rich wine heritage of Temecula; located in the fertile soils of Temecula Valley. The city is the place of California’s oldest wineries and is still a noteworthy wine production center in the state. And it would be a great experience for you to participate in a Temecula wine tasting event; with several notable wineries around the place. Make Your Wine Tasting Party Fun: Make It Blind! Guide to hosting a memorable wine tasting event. Choose one of our fun party themes and learn our party tips. Toast the opening of Superman Returns with our out-of-this-world Kryptini! Anthony and Rachel reveal the creation of this super cranapple martini with a touch of vanilla. Art of the Drink: Mexican Mojito Our pilot episode, welcome! It’s almost Cinco de Mayo. Are you ready to serve your guests drinks? Or if you’re going out, what will you order when you get to the bar? Art of the Drink: Ginger Julep Bet on an underdog this year in the Kentucky Derby. Anthony and Ashley have a twist for you on the always-the-favorite mint, a GINGER Julep. Wine Library TV, Episode #10: Instant Classic! Gary explores the world of Portuguese red wines, focusing in on Quinta Da Carolina. Wine Library TV, Episode #11: Battle for the ages! Gary tastes and ranks four chardonnays. Wine Library TV, Episode #12: A South African Star! Gary explores a South African Sauvignon Blanc. Plus, your questions answered! Red Wines: No Back Seat To White Read the review of some of the more popular red wines. Food and Wine Choice Advice from an Expert Wine Taster Food and wine were meant for each other. Any self respecting Italian can tell you that there isn’t a meal created that isn’t enhanced by the right wine. But choosing the food and wine for dining al fresco by the Weber grill can be a challenge that stumps. What Wine Goes With My Chicken Salad Sandwich? We’ve all heard that there are rules to selecting the right wine. Those rules are based on the type of meat or fish main course, cost, the snootiness factor and other less savory snobbery. Heck, I’m no snob when selecting just that right wine to go with my meal. I have 1 rule that fits no matter what’s on the menu. But before I give you Franks rule of wine selection, let’s review a few of the more recognized rules. Anthony and Kat get ready for the premiere of Snakes on a Plane with two versions of a Snake Bite. Art of the Drink: Cosmopolitan As we enter National Admit You’re Happy Month, Anthony and Melissa prepare a Cosmopolitan to help you better enjoy the coming weeks of bliss! Art of the Drink: Blue Motorcycle As riders at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally show off their bikes, Anthony and Rachel show you how to trick out a Long Island Iced Tea into a Blue Motorcycle. Wine Library TV, Episode 7: Other White Wines You don’t know what you love, until you try it! Wine Library TV, Episode 8: Merlot? Merlot gets a bad rap. Gary tries a merlot from a superstar winemaker from Washington. Wine Library TV, Episode 9: Cali Cabs under $20 Gary explores the wonderful world of California Cabernets, focusing in on under $20. Cold Porter: Night and Day, A Drink for All Seasons Cold Porter reviews porter, an ale of sorts, drink of the masses, especially in Dublin, Ireland, and specialty of U. S. microbreweries. Weigh Anchor here. Are you tired of fighting the crowds in Napa Valley? Amador County has world-class wines in the scenic Sierra Foothills. Plan a visit to the Amador County Wine Country and enjoy friendly tasting rooms, free tasting, and wonderful wines. The French wine industry, as well as the rest of Europe is in a bit of a spin. Over production, together with a drop in consumption, has lead to millions of liters of French wine and others, being turned into alcohol or vinegar and vines being grubbed up. Wine Library TV, Episode 4: The Wine Room Take a tour of our new wine room, the crown jewel of the Wine Library! Wine Library TV, Episode 5: Shiraz Everyone loves Shiraz! Join Gary as he discusses 5 great Shirazs. Let us know what you think of these wines. Wine Library TV, Episode 6: Mazzei Serrata Gary talks about a relatively unknown region in Italy, Maremma. Art of the Drink: Wine Presentation As the Tour de France draws to a close, Anthony and Melissa open a bottle of vin rouge and take the mystery out of tableside wine presentation. Art of the Drink: Bourbon and Branch For the Fourth of July, Anthony introduces you to America’s national drink the Bourbon and Branch, and July’s Drink Art Girl Melissa! Art of the Drink: Lynchburg Lemonade Put some punch in your next picnic! Anthony shows you how to make a Jack Daniel’s-based Lynchburg Lemonade. Wine is produced all over the world and wineries are now offering plenty of wine tour options. Discover some of the possible wine touring options. As Captain Cook traveled north along the east coast in 1770, he made notes in his Captains Diary about a headland, now called Nobby Head. However it wasn’t until 1797, while chasing escapees. How To Taste Wine Like A Professional To many people the sight of a man or woman in a restaurant or bar sniffing and swirling a glass of wine before ultimately tasting it and relaying their satisfaction to the server can seem rather pretentious. However, this is actually the best way to get the most from your bottle of wine; to see, smell and taste every aspect. Whether it is an expensive box of wine or a prize winning bottle of Merlot, to truly appreciate a bottle of wine it is important to learn how to correctly taste wine. WineLibraryTV, Episode 1: Verite Wine Library’s Director of Operations Gary Vaynerchuk launches WINE LIBRARY TV and his vision for it. He then turns his palate toward three commune-specific California Bordeaux-styled blends from the Verite Winery: Joie, Desir, and La Muse. WineLibraryTV, Episode 2: Pinot Grigio Pinot Grigio is an often over-looked wine. In this vlog entry, we take a look at 5 good Pinot Grigios and rank them in price/value order. Let us know what you think of the final score! WineLibraryTV, Episode 3: Chateauneuf Du Pape Mounir Saouma’s latest Rhone effort stuns Gary! Beer Making Tips: The Affordable to Great Beer Brew low cost beer. The amount of time you spend on brewing beer makes the small difference in cost between just OK ingredients and top quality ingredients a minor point. Either way, the cost of brewing a 5 gallon batch is much cheaper than buying a couple of cases of beer in the store. Beer is one of the oldest beverages in the world. Throughout history, everyone from kings to peasants have enjoyed this tasty refreshing drink. Trace the history of beer all the way from its origins in ancient Sumeria up to today’s world of macro-brewed American lagers. In Germany, beer is large part of the culture. This short article gives a brief run-down of the drink the Germans love so much. From Altbier to Warsteiner, there is much to learn about German beer. Art of the Drink: World Cup Cocktail Enjoy the World Cup games while drinking a World Cup cocktail - Anthony’s tribute to the international soccer tournament! Anthony and Rachel will show you how to make this uniquely American rendition of the classic English Pimm’s Cup. Art of the Drink: White Chocolate Martini Professional Bar Instructor and Bar Chef teaches bartending - White Chocolate Martini. Art of the Drink: Planter’s Punch Anthony raises a bottle of rum to the opening of Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest and concocts a Planter’s Punch with Miss All-American North Carolina, Melissa!
Burrowing Owl Estate Winery had its first commercial wine release in 1997, however its vineyards were planted earlier in 1993. Since then, the winery has received widespread accolades for its wines, particularly its red vintages, resulting annually in sold-out inventory.
Cedar Creek Estate Winery recently underwent substantial renovations. The refurbished facility and tasting room is immaculate and seems more fitting to a Mediterranean hillside than the Okanagan lakeshore. The interior wine shop is warm and features an array of other products in addition to Cedar Creek’s wines.
Brothers Randy and Jesse Toor recently founded Desert Hills Estate Winery after having planted land on the Black Sage bench with vinifera. It is a family-run estate winery and is located in a non-descript building dwarfed by the sizeable house adjacent to it (be sure to turn left folks!).
Formerly LaCompte Estate Winery, Hawthorne Mountain Vineyards sit atop Hawthorne Mountain, and from a distance it almost looks as though the rows of plants could slide right off of it. This is one of the highest altitude wineries in Canada and is more of a destination winery, as it requires a bit of a deviation from the beaten path.
Nk’Mip (pronounced Inkameep) Cellars is a joint project between the Osoyoos Indian Band and Vincor International and enjoys the prestige that comes with being North America’s first Aboriginally owned and operated winery. The winery site looks over Lake Osoyoos and is located in what remains of the Pocket Desert- the only desert in Canada.
Located on a bend in Chute Lake Road along Okanagan Lake is St. Hubertus Estate Winery, a charming hillside site with a recently unfortunate history. The original winery buildings, dating back to the early 19th century burned to the ground in the Okanagan Mountain Park fire of August 2003. All is rebuilt, however, and the only reminders of the fire are the displays and pictures that catalogue the winery’s destruction, as well as some wines named for the fire (Fireman’s Red, Glowing Amber Chardonnay).
Wall wine racks make it easy to store wine in tight spaces. Many wall wine racks are hanging wine racks. These can only hold a few wine bottles, but cost under $50 and have slots to hang stemware.
Any wine collection is not complete without a collection of wine glasses with which to drink the wine. Wine glass racks can store your stemware easily and elegantly. Not only will a wine glass rack save cabinet space, but it will also help keep the wine glasses dust-free.
Wood wine racks provide the best storage system for a large collection, cheaply and efficiently. They are easy to assemble, study, stackable, attractive and cost between $30 and $130. You can easily purchase more cubes as your collection expands. Ask for a discount if you buy more than one cube.
A brief discussion on the art of wine tasting.
Do you have to be a sommelier to know something about wine? Well, if you want to tout yourself as an expert, perhaps but if you just want to enjoy a good glass of wine, go with your gut - or rather your mouth - and enjoy what tastes good to you. So, why not host a wine tasting party?
Even though the farmer’s market is closed and the weather has turned quite chilly, the fall and winter have a lot to offer our palate. As we have told you before, leverage what you have and embrace the winter weather. Serve your guests wine, cheese, and winter fruits.
When you’re passionate about wine you begin collecting it and when you begin collecting it you need a place to store it. A closet can easily be turned into a mini wine cellar to store your growing wine collection.
For wine lovers and would-be wine drinkers, joining a wine club would bring numerous benefits. Find out why many people are turning to a wine club for information and sharing.
Private, personalized, flexible, leisurely, guided winery day tours to the Yarra Valley and Mornington Peninsula wine regions of Victoria, Australia. A must do for those that love wine, gourmet food and great scenery. Over 100 wineries to choose from including Domaine Chandon a world-renowned wine estate.
As you work on perfecting your homemade wine, it is important to spend a little time each month tending to your garden. Here I have broken down by month some of the things that you will want to do to ensure a bountiful harvest that you can use when making your own wine at home.
It is popular new trend that has taken America by force, making wine. All across the nation people are making wine in garages, sheds and kitchens.
Wine has been an integral part of many civilizations since a long time. Wine formed an important part of the culture in many countries ever since the origin of mankind.
Australia, the land DownUnder, has become a major and exciting force in international wines. Australian wine is taking the world by storm, due to the quality of the grape stock combined with the skill and experience of our winemakers. This enables us to produce a superb and wide range of Australian wine styles.
Ice wine is one of the most precious wines produced under a particular weather condition. Ice wine is a rare wine and mainly produced in the Northwestern Pacific region.
Although California is most popularly known for its good wine, Virginia also has a fantastic wine country. A state of mountains and valleys, Virginia has the perfect climate for grape and wine production.
In 1652 the Dutch East India company established a refreshment station at the Cape of Good Hope aiming to provide fresh food to the company’s fleet on voyages to India and surrounding areas. As a result of this trading station South Africa now boasts a flourishing wine industry and colorful, multi-cultural nation.
A great Sauvignon Blanc wine comes from regional influences, talented winemaking, terroir, and vintage. Here is a report on the 2004 vintage of Sauvignon Blanc from the primary regions of France, Austria and New Zealand, and an explanation of what makes them exceptional.
How to escape from yourself when you escape to the wine country.
The cocktail is practically an American institution. One of the very first Bartenders to popularise the cocktail was Jerry Thomas, Americas original Celebrity Bartender. Thomas wrote what is widely considered as one of the first books to contain cocktail recipes, The Bartenders Guide.
Chardonnay has emerged as the premier white wine in California. Originating from Burgundy, France, the Chardonnay grape has enabled vintners from the Golden State to produce opulent white wines with crisp, bold flavors. A well made Chardonnay can be enjoyed in a wide array of situations; from celebrations to a quiet night in front of the fire.
Not into the bar scene? Don’t think you can throw a full out party? Why not start off with a classic cocktail party.
There is something inherent in Sparkling Wine that is difficult to describe. The nutty, apple freshness of a fine Sparkling Wine can be recognized and discussed among friends and lovers. But the mystery behind this ageless drink is an aspect that cannot be easily deciphered.
I think it quite safe to say that more has been written about the cultivation of grapes than has—or ever will be—written about any other fruit. This is not surprising, considering that the grape is probably the oldest of known fruits.
Chardonnay is by far the most popular white varietal. This delectable wine can be enjoyed with a wide variety of foods, and is one of the only whites that can boldly stand alone. The delicate nature of the Chardonnay grape, along with its high acidity and low sugar allows it to be paired with light dishes; while its buttery flavors and textures allow it to be paired with rich, creamy foods.
There are so many different styles of wine openers available, which ones work best? Read this primers on each style, how it works, and the benefits or shortcomings of each.
Lower Austria, called Niederosterriech, is one of the four wine growing areas of Austria. Read here about the 8 sub-regions, which include the Wachau, famous for great Riesling and Gruner Veltliner wines.
Styria, one of the four designated wine area of Austria, is known for it’s world-class Sauvignon Blancs and fruit-forward Chardonnays. Learn more about this beautiful area called The Tuscany of Austria, and explore its three sub-regions.
A degree in Oenology, the science of wine making, is not required in order to understand the art of wine tasting. One need not be confused by the terminology used by professional wine tasters such as: clarity, bouquet, earthly, open, crisp or nostalgic. All that is required is to tune your senses and to become familiar with various definitions on well-known words. |
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