Interesting facts about wine

Wine from the archive is now Via Tempia. What does it mean for you?

In Czech we say “let’s pour ourselves pure wine,” which means “let’s speak frankly”. So let us admit that nothing can stay the same forever. Even good wine matures over time, and so have we. We’ve matured to the point where the name Wine from the archive was too small for us. Great news for you: with…

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The history of Sancerre wine

Beautiful valleys, fertile vineyards, wine cellars in narrow alleys, and a historic castle tower. All of this is connected with the history of the distinctive Sancerre wine, which comes from the town and region of the same name. The town is located in the Loire river valley in central France, and it takes its character…

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The history of Sauternes wine: When was it created?

Sauternes, a sweet wine that has its provenance in the Bordeaux region, is produced from three types of grapes with the help of a noble fungus. There are two stories told about its origin. Which one is true?When was Sauternes wine created?Like other French wines, Sauternes also had its beginning with the Romans, who were the…

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How many calories does wine have?

Do you enjoy drinking a glass of wine while you’re sitting with your friends or partner at dinner? Do you know how many calories are hidden in that glass? Are there are more calories in white or red wine? Is beer or wine higher in calories? We’ll tell you everything in this article.How many calories…

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How do you remove red wine stains?

It’s probably happened to everyone. You’re talking with your friends at a party or you’re holding a family celebration, and you spill some wine. If you’ve only spilled it on a table you can wipe up the little accident quickly. However, it’s more serious if you poured it onto a tablecloth, carpet, or shirt. But…

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What does an allergy to substances contained in wine look like, and what can you do about it?

An allergy to alcohol shows up with similar symptoms to those of other typical allergies – itching, swelling, rashes, and problems with breathing. If you’re interested in finding out how allergies to the substances contained in wine arise and how you can help someone suffering from them, read this article.While allergies to the compounds contained…

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The history of Soave wine

Dry white Soave wine is grown in the area near Venice, Italy. Soave is among the first regions in Italy recognized by royal decree to be suitable for the production of quality wines. Both aristocrats and churchmen have enjoyed it. What makes the flavor of Soave so exceptional that it gained popularity all across Italy? You’ll…

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What does the designation "regional wine" mean?

Have you heard of regional wines? Did you know that just like appellation wines, these wines also have to fulfill certain specific conditions? No? That’s okay. In this article you’ll find out what regional wine is and how it’s made. Maybe you’ve already drunk a truly great regional wine and didn’t even know it!What is…

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4 reasons to drink vintage wine

Have you ever tasted a quality vintage wine? In today’s article we’ll reveal why you should acquire some vintage bottles for your wine collection, and how a longer maturation process influences these wines’taste. Did you know that you can even mature an vintage bottle yourself?1. The main reason to try an vintage wine is its…

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How do you decant wine?

Do you love older wines and you’re thinking about how to take tastings of luxurious vintage bottles to the next level? Try decanting your wine before serving it. In today’s article we’ll show you how to do it.Why is wine decanted? Because decanting helps it breatheDecanting is a process in which wine is poured into…