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Here are two perfect wine and chocolate parings, featuring collections of fine wine to indulge chocolate lovers. The first is the BRIX Chocolate for Bordeaux and Pinot. This is a perfect combination, because Bordeaux and Pinot wines are super popular and rated very highly among wine lovers, which are also sure to please the chocolate lovers. This wine and chocolate paring is really designed to be a chocolate lovers dream, because they come with four bricks of chocolate, and each chocolate brick is made with a different combination of cocoa content.

BRIX Chocolates are specifically blended to compliment wine. Chocolate and wine are an amazing duo. Each truly brings out the best in the other. The natural tannins in cocoa prime the palate for the tannins in the wine, and allow the other flavors in the wine to come through. This Bordeaux and Pinot were carefully selected to pair with these specific bricks of BRIX Chocolate.

BRIX Chocolate for Bordeaux and Pinot Wine Gift Set – Wine Collection Gift

If the Bordeaux or the Pinot is not your preferred wine, these chocolates are also available with Port and Zinfandel. Pairing chocolate with a Port or Zinfandel is also a perfect paring. Zinfandel is historically paired with chocolate, but both compliment the chocolate and please the palate.

BRIX Chocolate for Port and Zinfandel Wine Gift Set – Wine Collection Gift

Take it from the experts. These chocolate and wine gift sets take the guess work out of pairing chocolate with wine. So if you are looking for the perfect chocolate gift, these two are home runs.

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Prosecco is a white wine, an Italian wine.  Prosecco is made from the Glera grape, once called Prosecco until 2009, and is mainly used in dry or extra day sparkling Italian wines like Frizzante and Spumante.  Prosecco is also the main ingredient in the delicious and very popular Bellini cocktail, and has become a popular substitute for Champagne due to its similar qualities and because it’s less expensive.

Here are two very popular Prosecco Wines.

Caposaldo Prosecco

Caposaldo Prosecco is a Champagne and sparkling wine.  It is a non-vintage white wine by Caposaldo from Veneto, Italy. The color is pale straw with greenish undertones.  The aroma is fruity with a hint of citrus, green apple and acacia flowers. Caposaldo Prosecco has an interesting blend of acidity and freshness with a full-bodied finish.

Santa Margherita Prosecco

Santa Margherita Prosecco is another sparkling wine.  It’s non-vintage by Santa Margherita from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy.  This Italian wine is steadily growing in popularity, and is one of the more highly sort-after wine whites. Santa Margherita is straw yellow in color, with a fine fruity fragrance and an elegant mousse. It is a pleasantly dry white wine with well-balanced acidity, and it delivers a fresh and lively flavor.

If you are looking to try a Prosecco wine, take a look at the Caposaldo Prosecco and the Santa Margeherita Prosecco.  Theses two are very popularity and gaining traction.

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In this segment of “Pairing with Andrea” she features a rich red wine paired with a wonderful dish.  Her choice is a red wine by Hess of California, a Hess Select Cabernet Sauvignon.

Andrea loves the sweetness and the power of the deep berry fruit in this Cabernet Sauvignon.  The ripe plum, raspberry and flavors of caramel make this red wine a perfect fit for a variety of food pairings.

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Top Wine Gift Sets

Even when there are no holidays on the horizon, did you know that almost half of all wine purchases are gifts? Wine makes a great gift because wine gifts and wine gift sets tend be striking and lavish presents.  We all want to give stunning gifts, and wine gifts are suitable for just about every occasion. When you are looking for a great gift, wine gift sets or wine gift baskets tend to be at the top of the gift-giving list.  It also helps that great wine gifts are very easy to find online and at great values. The big surprise here is that wine gift baskets in particular are not the only top wine gift anymore.  The best selling wine gifts right now are wine with wine accessories; wine glasses gift sets or wine accessories gifts.

Best-selling Wine Gifts

Wine gift baskets full of fruit, cheese, and crackers are not a thing of the past by a long shot, but it is interesting that the more popular wine gifts are wine and wine accessories gifts over wine and food paring. Wine glasses are really the perfect touch.  The glasses make a wine gift a complete gift, and the proper wine glasses can upgrade the celebration from regular to exciting.  Seriously, does anything kill the mood, favor, or the occasion of enjoying wine faster than serving it in a plastic cup rather than a suitable wine glass?

Best-selling wine gifts at $40 and below

The top wine and glass gift set is champagne with flutes.  You can say duh to that one.  Champagne goes with everything.  It’s like a hand and glove.  Birthdays, weddings, thank you, congratulations, is there any occasion that is not made better by a wine gift set?  Even if you don’t drink, there are non-alcohol wine gift sets. And if you’re not good at keeping up with important dates, you can order date-specific deliveries and never miss a special date or occasion again.

Best-selling wine gifts between $40-$80

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As Seen On Public TV! Dan Greathouse and Keith Morris are two guys who have been sharing their passion for wine with friends, colleagues and television audiences for a combined total of more than 30 years. They’re The Cork Dorks, and they’re here to boost your wine knowledge. Keith and Dan believe that wine needs to be demystified. The Cork Dorks: Our Wine Lists is the show that helps everyone discover the true pleasure that results from knowing a little more about wine. Our Wine Lists is a fast-moving journey from vineyard to wine store to kitchen and back. Youll meet winemakers and learn fact after fact about the world of wine from Dan and Keiths lists, including “Things Wine Lovers SHOULD NOT Do”, “Ways To Get More For Your Wine Dollar”, and “Reasons To Seek Local Wines”. Its a fast, fun, full hour of wine knowledge that you won’t quickly forget. Visit thecorkdorks.com for more. Duration : 0:1:57

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Wine charms are one of the most decorative, simple and useful wine accessories on the market today.  You can find wine glass charms in many different shapes, designs and colors, and they are certainly a charming way to keep track of guests wine glasses.  Guard your goblets at your next gathering with these glass grape wine charms.  The grape shape theme is a nice touch.  Being made of glass is another nice feature, and each package contains six wine charms.  It’s always best to buy two or three packages to make sure you have a wine charm for all of your guests.

Grape Glass Wine Charms

Using an aerator to improve the taste and flavor of wine continues to gain popularity right now.  Aerators are everywhere, and Vinturi is one of the more well known makers.  There are red wine aerators and white wine aerators.  This six piece wine aerator set includes a red wine aerator, tower arm, tower base, no-splash grate and sediment filter.  The curved, acrylic, two-piece tower floats the aerator and secures the wine glass while enhancing the flavor and bouquet of any red wine.

The aerator is a great wine accessory to try.  You can use this at a wine tasting and see what your guests think about the difference in the flavor, aroma and bouquet.

Vinturi Aerator Set

Now here’s a wine accessory that every wine lover should have.  It’s a beautifully-made, portable, outdoor wine table by Tovolo.  It’s made of natural bamboo and measures 8 by 16 by 14 inches.  The end cuts securely hold stemmed glassware with plenty of room to hold your snacks.  The single leg pushes into the ground easily and provides sturdy support, and the leg can be unscrewed for flat storage and to easily carry to your next outdoor function.

The wind will not blow your wine glass over, and you can adjust the table to just the right height to fit perfectly next to your outdoor lounge chair.  This is truly the wine lovers answer to the perfect picnic.

Tovolo Wine Table

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Moscato Wine – Muscat

Grapes Before we get to the Moscato Wine Reviews, here’s a little background on Moscato, (moss-cah’-to) Wine.  Moscato is an Italian name for Muscat. Muscat is said to be the world’s oldest variety of grape and is widely grown for wine, raisins and table grapes.  Muscat grapes range in color from white to black and produce a Moscato wine that is characteristically defined by a sweet floral aroma.  Moscato Wines are usually sparkling wines like Asti Spumante and Champagnes, and an extensive variety of Moscato wines are produced throughout Italy.

Moscato Wine Reviews

Below are three Moscato Wine Reviews starting with a Moscato Champagne, followed by a Moscato White Wine and a Moscato Spumante.

Saracco 2010 Moscato d’Asti-Champagne and Sparkling

This Moscato wine is a Champagne and Sparkling Vintage by Two Hands from Barossa Valley, Australia.  This is a five star rated vintage Moscato wine.  It is a Pale straw Moscato with a zesty bouquet of fresh grapefruits, watermelon, banana peel, straw, limes, sherbet and fresh flowers. It has a light and lovely sweet coating with a bright acidity. It is off dry and slightly effervescent with a low 7% rate of alcohol.

Saracco Moscato Wine Reviews – Critical Acclaim

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Saint Supery 2006 Moscato – Muscat White Wine

This Moscato is a White wine by St. Supery of Napa Valley, California. It is made from the Muscat Canelli grapes; a grape which is harvested in September to maintain its delicate fruit flavors. The 2006 Muscato is wonderfully light and could be used as a great summer wine. It has delicate white peach, apricot and pear aromas blended with a slight floral finish. It is a light wine, but still full of rich flavors.  Most notable is the taste of sweet pear and apricots. This Moscato wine is perfect for an afternoon luncheon.

Bottega Petalo Moscato Spumante – Champagne & Sparkling

Bottega Petalo Moscato Spumante is a Champagne and Sparkling wine, but non-vintage by Bottega from Veneto, Italy. The Moscato Giallo Vinification uses the Italian Charmat method of fermentation.  The Charmat process ferments Moscato wine first in stainless steel and then in sealed tanks for an additional 30 days. The color is a brilliant gold with a bouquet of roses.  You will taste hints of apricot and peach, and a blend of apple and peach flavors. This is also a low alcohol content Moscato wine at 7%.  As a serving suggestion, this Moscato wine goes great with desserts such as custards, pies and ice cream. Bottega Petalo Moscato Wine Reviews – Critical Acclaim Grape Varieties 100% Moscato Giallo Moscato wines are lightly sweet sparkling wines with brilliant fruit bouquets.  Moscato wines lend a sweet effervescent to your dining experience, and can be a great bubbly companion to your sweet dishes.

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Need some great wine gift ideas for all the weddings and anniversaries you have coming up?  The wine industry knows you need wedding and anniversary gifts, and instead of just general wine gift ideas, and general wine gift baskets, wine distributors are styling the wine gifts specifically for wedding and anniversary gifts. You may not think of wine gift ideas as conventional wedding and anniversary gifts, but here’s a wine collection that makes a very thoughtful and appealing wedding gift.  It’s called Wedding Bells and it includes a bottle of Dom Perignon and a box of Godiva Truffles.

This is a great wedding gift and something the couple can enjoy on their honeymoon.  This wine gift idea also comes with a wedding theme styled box.  I nice touch to make the gift highly specialized to the occasion and stand out at a wedding celebration.

In the case of anniversary wine gift ideas, wine.com has put together a collection of three wines and called it the Wedding Milestone Trio. This wine gift idea helps couples celebrate anniversary milestones with one wine to toast the first year together, one to commemorate three years, and one to mark the fifth wedding anniversary. First Anniversary: Iron Horse Wedding Cuvee – What better bubbly to remember your wedding anniversary than with Iron Horse winery’s delicious Wedding Cuvee.  The Wedding Cuvee is delightfully crisp and refreshing, yet toasty with a creamy texture.

Third Anniversary: Sanford Pinot Noir – A perfect bottle for that three year anniversary celebration. With a bit of age, this wine is smooth with a rich berry flavor and a touch of spice.

Fifth Anniversary: Justin Cabernet Sauvignon – One of the best Cabernet Sauvignons in Central California. It has layers of red and black fruits, backed by fine tannins.  This is a satisfying wine worthy of that five year toast. Both of these wine gift ideas would top off any wedding or anniversary celebration.

Wine gifts for weddings and anniversaries many not be conventional gifts, but either one of these wine gift collections would be a memorable and enjoyable gift.

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The best wine presents can definitely be found among the many selections of wine on line.  There is really no shortage of great wine presents.  The industry has grown leaps and bounds, and who doesn’t love to receive presents, especially wine presents.  It’s not just the wide selections of wine on line, but wine sellers put together some very lavish wine presents.  Take a look at just two recently designed wine presents.

This Silver Oak Trophy Reds Wine Gift Basket is designed to be deliciously drinkable from the day it is released.  Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon grows more supple and luxurious over time.  This wine present includes:

• Twomey Cellars Napa Valley Merlot – A robust, yet elegant wine that balances intense fruit with suppleness. It has a smooth, velvety, lovely finish of black fruits and violets.

• Silver Oak Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon – A rich wine that achieves a beautiful balance of concentration and finesse. It offers a seamless, harmonious progression of fruit, chocolate and black tea tones.

From Sonoma’s finest vineyards, this Matanzas Creek Gift Basket represents some of the best the valley has to offer. The Sauvignon Blanc features a bright citrus bouquet of Meyer lemon and pink grapefruit, while the Merlot begins with black fruit and cherry and ends with a slight hint of espresso roast. Well aged in oak for 18 months, the Cabernet Sauvignon is rich with the flavors of violets and berries. Just look at what a wonderful picnic this basket delievers.

Includes:

•     Matanzas Creek Cabernet Sauvignon
•     Matanzas Creek Merlot
•     Matanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc
•     Smoked salmon
•     Merlot cheese
•     Asiago cheese crackers
•     Pistachio nuts
•     Biscotti
•     Chocolate truffles
•     Napa Valley mustard
•     Cookies

You could use this wine gift basket in so many ways.  Yes, as a great wine present, but you can also let this wine present double as a center piece for a birthday party or other special occasion.  It decorates the table, makes the party look festive, and the special guest gets the special treat of taking it home because it’s their wine present.  That’s a great wine gift idea. Well, you can see the whole selection at the link below.

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