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How is wine made? What are the basic steps of winemaking?

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Oct 6, 2025

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How can you soften an oaky white wine, like Chardonnay?

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Sep 29, 2025

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In wine, what’s a ‘unicorn year’ or ‘unicorn vintage’?

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Sep 22, 2025

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Is sediment a sign that a wine is good?

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Sep 15, 2025

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Why is the cork partially pushed out of a wine bottle? Is the wine OK to drink?

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Sep 8, 2025

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Which grapes are allowed to be blended in Châteauneuf-du-Pape?

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Sep 3, 2025

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What’s the best way to chill down a bottle of wine quickly?

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Aug 25, 2025

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What’s the best wine for making tinto de verano?

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Aug 18, 2025

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What do ‘Meritage’ and ‘cuvée’ mean in wine? Is a Meritage blend a cuvée?

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Aug 11, 2025

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What does ‘gras’ mean when referring to wine, like Chardonnay?

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Aug 4, 2025

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Why do winemakers use wax seals, and how can I remove hard, brittle capsules?

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Jul 28, 2025

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Can Champagne and other sparkling wines be corked?

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Jul 21, 2025