What is Icewine? Discover the Sweet Elixir of Frozen Grapes.

What is Icewine
What is icewine? Delve into the world of Icewine, a luscious dessert wine made from frozen grapes, and explore its unique and indulgent flavours.
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How to Dry a Decanter Without Water Spots or Streaks

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.
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What Is Champagne and Shackles? The Party Theme Explained

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.
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Is Prosecco the Same as Champagne? No, and Here Is Why

Two glasses of sparkling wine side by side with different bubbles
Different country, different grapes, different bubbles. How Prosecco and Champagne actually differ, which to buy for what, and what Australian Prosecco is.
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Bucks Fizz vs Mimosa: What Is the Difference?

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.
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Discover the Difference Between Brut and Demi Sec Champagne

difference between brut and demi sec
Savour the contrast in your glass with our guide on the difference between brut and demi sec champagne. Perfect your choice for any occasion.
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What Is a Riddling Rack? The Champagne Tool Explained

Wooden riddling rack holding sparkling wine bottles neck-down in a cellar
A riddling rack holds 120 bottles neck-down so the yeast slides into the neck. Here is how it works, who invented it, and why machines replaced it.
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How Long Does Wine Last After Opening? A Simple Guide.

How long does wine last after opening?
How long does wine last after opening? Get tips on properly storing opened bottles & learn factors that affect wine's shelf life from this handy guide.
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Moët vs Veuve Clicquot: Which Champagne Is Better?

Two Champagne bottles and two glasses side by side on a timber table
Same region, same method, same parent company, two different personalities. The grapes, the history, the taste and which one to buy for which night.
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Vintage vs Non-Vintage Champagne: The Difference Explained

Two Champagne bottles and two flutes, one paler and one deeper gold
Non-vintage is a blend of years made for consistency; vintage is one great year aged longer. How each is made, how they taste, what they cost and which to buy.
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