BASICS
This section will get you thinking and talking in the language and history of wine.

VARIETIES
Ever wanted to know the difference between a Pinot Grigio and a Pinot Noir? How about a Petite
Syrah and a Petit Verdot? This section offers insight on the many varieties of wine.

REGIONS
Here you'll learn about all the different wine-growing regions around the world and what makes
each unique.

TASTING
The mysteries of the palate are unveiled in this section, where you will learn how to identify the
unique flavors and aromas that make wine special -- and not look like a fool at wine tastings.

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Viticulture
The cultivation of grapes, often for
use in the production of wine.
Sometimes spelled "viniculture."
Tom-ay-to, tom-ah-to...
“Wine improves with age.  The older I get, the better I
like it."   — Anonymous

"Wine is the most civilized thing in the world."                    
— Ernest Hemingway

"WINE, n. Fermented grape-juice known to the
Women's Christian Union as "'liquor,' sometimes as
'rum.' "   — Ambrose Bierce, The Devil's Dictionary
7 Deadly Zins: Bad
Pun but Good Wine
The family of Lodi's
Michael and David
Phillips have been
tilling the soil in the
Central Valley for
almost 150 years. In
that time they have
learned to make
high quality wines,
including the 2006
7 Deadly Zins ...          
    
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