Wine cellars are authentic shrines to collections of your favorite wine as you watch it reach its peak. To do it right, you need proper storage conditions. Although standalone wine storage units, coolers, and fridges work for a while, you need the appropriate insulation to turn a room or basement into a true cellar.
When wine isn’t acidic enough, we say it tastes dull, and dull wines are rarely considered high quality. Acidity in wine is not only encouraged but also expected. It’s unavoidable. Let's discuss how acidity affects wine's taste and why it matters.
Tannins are unique molecules in nature. They're all around us, even in plants. Tannins are also present in some fruits, such as red grapes, which means they end up in wine. Tannins play a critical role in wine tasting, as they’re one of the most significant characteristics of red wine.
The term seasonal wine has been around for some time. Although no wine is meant to be served strictly in a specific season, the idea works. Knowing which wines are best enjoyed in cold or warm weather can take your hosting skills to the next level.
Only a small percentage of wine increases in value over time, and this type of wine is pretty expensive in the first place. To make money selling wine, you’ll first need to spend money collecting it. Ideally, you would have already started years ago.
