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The shape of the glass is also very important, as it concentrates the flavor and aroma (or bouquet) to emphasize the varietal’s characteristic. One common belief is that the shape of the glass directs the wine itself into the best area of the mouth from the varietal. The proper way to drink from the wine glass, especially when drinking white or otherwise chilled wine, is to grasp it by the stem and drink. The purpose of this is so the temperature Read more…

Imagine having invited people over for dinner in one of the best fine dining restaurants in your place. Imagine struggling over the wine menu. This can be embarrassing and this can ruin a good evening for you. A good wine choice can mean a lot of difference to your food. Wine connoisseurs know that there are wines that compliment certain kinds of foods. Basically, if you are served a chicken dish paired with a glass of white wine, you will Read more…

Perfect Pairings

July 14, 2007 – as published in the Beacon News and Naperville Sun

By Bill Garlough

What started my interest in wines some 20-plus years ago were several memorable meals where the wine was the star. While the nuances of the food-wine pairings were certainly evident, the wine moved me.

My recent moving experience was more literal as my wife and I just completed our household move. Along with the furn Read more…