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Cabernet Sauvignon
The grape known as Cabernet Sauvignon is grown all over the world, and is the best known of the red wine grapes. The word sauvignon translates from French to English as wild, and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were thought to have grown as wild grapes in the Bordeaux region of France centuries ago. Yet there are those who think that Cabernet Sauvignon grapes were purposely crossed of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc grapes, to create the Cabernet Sauvignon wine.

California Wine
California is widely known for its wine-making. The state produces hundreds of different kinds of grapes and is home to many wineries in its various wine regions.

Picking the Right Wine
Wine is quite a different world and sometimes it's hard to know what you should do regarding wine and your meals. Here is a jump board to get you started on understanding the world of wine.

Pinot Noir Wine
If you are looking for a wine that is fruity and full-bodied, then your best choice is a Pinot Noir. Be prepared to pay a higher price for the stuff, since it is a difficult wine to produce.

Storing Wine
Like many things in the culinary world, the way that you store your wine can greatly affect its overall taste. If you like save your favorite vintages for those truly special occasions, like to collect wines as others may collect baseball cards, or simply want to appear a little more sophisticated to your guests, then you need to learn how to properly store your wine.

Wine and Corked Beverages
Why should corked drinks be stored on their side? And what do you do if the cork falls inside the bottle?

Wine Auctions
Wine auctions can be the premier location to find great wines at a relatively inexpensive price. However, if you don't know and understand the basics then a wine auction can be a confusing (not to mention costly) experience. So before you head off to the local wine auction, here is some information that you absolutely must read.

Wine Labels
Understanding wine labels can be a somewhat tricky proposition for those who don't spend a whole lot of time around wine. If you want to learn how to understand wine labels, for whatever reason, then you need the information contained here. Whether you want to impress your significant other then next time you go out on a hot date or you don't want to look like a country bumpkin the next time you get together with friends and family, the key lies in understanding wine labels.

Wine Storage
Wanting to be a wine buff but not sure where or how to store it all? Storing wine can be simple. By following a few rules, you'll be able to pull out wine that has aged and tastes great.

Zinfandel Wine
Most wine enthusiasts think of Zinfandel as either an appetizer wine, or a wine to compliment a main course. Yet Zinfandel is truly a dessert wine, pairing well with sweet, heavy, rich desserts. Consider pairing your next bottle of Zinfandel with dessert, instead of with your dinner.