The Cork Dork | Giggly Grapes

How to Dry a Decanter Without Water Spots or Streaks

06/06/2024

Crystal decanter drying upside down on a wooden stand

Drain it, rinse with filtered water and stand it upside down on a rack. Here is how to dry a decanter properly, and why hard water leaves those white spots.

Coravin Timeless Three+ Review: Worth It in Australia?

05/06/2024

Black wine preservation device beside a corked red wine bottle and a glass on a timber table

The Coravin Timeless Three+ costs $449.95 and works beautifully on natural cork. In Australia, that is the catch worth knowing before you buy.

Which White Wine for Mussels: Best Pairings

04/06/2024

Which white wine for mussels you ask, you want a wine that complements the delicate seafood flavours without overpowering them. ...

What Is Champagne and Shackles? The Party Theme Explained

29/05/2024

Two flutes of sparkling wine, a bottle, gold confetti and novelty handcuffs on a party table

Handcuffed to your date until the bottle is empty: what Champagne and Shackles is, where it came from, the usual rules, what to wear, the bubbly to bring and how to do it safely.

Is Prosecco the Same as Champagne? A Clear Explanation.

28/05/2024

Explore the intriguing nuances as we uncork the truth about whether prosecco is the same as champagne and their distinctive characteristics.

Bucks Fizz vs Mimosa: What Is the Difference?

27/05/2024

Two flutes side by side, one pale gold and one orange, with halved oranges on a timber table

Same two ingredients, different ratio. A Bucks Fizz is champagne-forward, a Mimosa is equal parts. Here is the history, the taste and what to pour.

Clam Chowder and Wine: What to Pour (and What to Avoid)

24/05/2024

Bowl of creamy clam chowder beside a glass of white wine on a timber table

Crisp unoaked whites for the creamy New England bowl, something sharper for Manhattan. The three chowder styles and the wine each one wants.

Discover the Difference Between Brut and Demi Sec Champagne

23/05/2024

Savour the contrast in your glass with our guide on the difference between brut and demi sec champagne. Perfect your choice for any occasion.

Best Wine for Risotto: What to Cook With and What to Drink With Mushroom Risotto

22/05/2024

Bowl of mushroom risotto beside a glass of Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir to drink, a cheap dry white to cook with. The best wine for mushroom risotto and every other risotto, what to avoid, and a bottle under eleven dollars.