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Is it bad if an old bottle of wine has sediment in it?

Is it bad if an old bottle of wine has sediment in it?

Nov 7, 2022

Is it OK to change my mind about a wine after I've approved a sommelier to serve it?

Is it OK to change my mind about a wine after I've approved a sommelier to serve it?

Oct 31, 2022

How should I organize a tasting of 4 wines paired with 4 chocolates?

How should I organize a tasting of 4 wines paired with 4 chocolates?

Oct 24, 2022

Is it appropriate for a sommelier to sample the wine that I ordered?

Is it appropriate for a sommelier to sample the wine that I ordered?

Oct 17, 2022

Is it true that all wine improves with age?

Is it true that all wine improves with age?

Oct 11, 2022

In Italian wine, what’s the difference between DOC and DOCG?

In Italian wine, what’s the difference between DOC and DOCG?

Oct 4, 2022

Is it OK to brush my teeth before tasting wine? Does toothpaste change the way wine tastes?

Is it OK to brush my teeth before tasting wine? Does toothpaste change the way wine tastes?

Sep 26, 2022

What’s the difference between Hermitage and Ermitage? Are they the same wine?

What’s the difference between Hermitage and Ermitage? Are they the same wine?

Sep 19, 2022

When traveling, are any wines more or less susceptible to bottle shock than others?

When traveling, are any wines more or less susceptible to bottle shock than others?

Sep 12, 2022

What’s the best way to remove a crumbly wine cork? I’ve tried everything!

What’s the best way to remove a crumbly wine cork? I’ve tried everything!

Sep 7, 2022

What’s the difference between Petite Sirah and Syrah?

What’s the difference between Petite Sirah and Syrah?

Aug 29, 2022

I have about 50 bottles of wine. Should I buy a wine fridge?

I have about 50 bottles of wine. Should I buy a wine fridge?

Aug 22, 2022