On most wine bottles it says “Serve at 45 to 55 degrees F” or “7 to 12 degrees C” which is a really terrible way to advise someone on the ideal wine serving temperature. Who is walking around with a thermometer in their pocket and taking the wine’s temperature like this? Do you know the […]
Wine bottles are sensitive… and expensive. Keeping them in the wrong place in your home can shorten the wine’s lifespan, or worse, kill it all together. Follow this guide to keep your wine safe from going bad. Find out the best way to store wine to keep it fresh and healthy and how long it’s […]
When people describe wine they use a lot of words we don’t use every day. You’ve probably heard someone describe a wine as tannic or grippy or silky. What they are talking about are the tannins. But what are wine tannins? Tannins are a crucial component of red wine. They add body, structure, and texture. […]
How is wine made? Below is a very basic explanation of the wine making process step by step. There’s a lot more to it but this is all you need to know. Humans have been making wine for over 8,000 years. Without any scientific understanding, ancient people believed that wine mysteriously transformed from grape juice […]
Why do some wines give me a headache? One question I always get on our wine tours from guests is, “Why do I get a headache from drinking wine?” Different people get headaches from wine for different reasons. Different strokes for different folks. There is no one size fits all answer. It’ll require a little […]
Does wine get better with age? What wines age? Should I drink this wine now or wait a few year? Ageing wine is confusing. Read on to help you to determine if you should pop the cork now or cellar your wine for a few years. Does all wine get better with age? We’ve all […]
There are some clear differences between red wine vs white wine. Most people have a preference between the two, but not everyone knows what the differences actually are (except for the obvious color differences). Red wine and white wine are different from the start when they are on the vine. The differences continue in the […]
Healesville is a small town in the Australian state of Victoria. It is in the Yarra Valley. It’s the perfect place for a wine-tasting vacation because of its rolling hills, beautiful vineyards, and stunning views. There are a number of Wineries Healesville in area. Each one has its own style and personality. There’s something for […]
The Smedley family always wanted a site where they could grow grapes, make wine, and share their way of life with friends and family. Mandala Wines is the realization of that goal. The Smedleys were drawn to the Yarra Valley by their love of fine wine, and there they developed the first of two vineyards […]
HEALESVILLE, WHERE IS IT? Healesville is a charming village in Melbourne’s renowned Yarra Valley, around 60 kilometers from the city center. It’s the ideal day trip from Melbourne because it’s situated in the middle of Victoria’s culinary and wine regions, surrounded by thick forests and meandering roads. What To Do In Healesville And See TRY […]