Wine and food, when paired correctly, can enhance the flavors of each.  In part 2 of this series, Cindy discusses how flavor intensity and spiciness in food affects the taste of wine, and explores some classic wine and food pairings and why they work together.  

Wine and food, when paired correctly, can enhance the flavors of each.  In part 1 of this 2 part series, Cindy explains the structural components of wine that are affected by food, and general guidelines for how certain flavors positively or negatively impact the taste of wine.

Have you ever looked at the label on a bottle of wine and thought “I have no idea what this is”?  In today’s episode, we will look at wine labels, and discuss how wines get their names and what you can learn from the label.  Knowing how different geographic regions and winemakers label their wine is key to knowing what is in the bottle!

In this episode, Cindy addresses a couple of very simple, yet important, questions: What are wine grapes, what is wine and how does a bunch of grapes turn into this amazing beverage that has been enjoyed by people all over the world for centuries?