Frequently Asked Questions about Wine

How can I order wine from WineTourism.com?

When you place an order for the wines, the winery will receive your request and return to you with an answer if they are able to ship the quantity of wine bottles you requested to your location.

If the winery is able to fulfil your order, they will quote you a total price for the purchase that includes taxes, shipping and other handling fees - the price quoted above is the product price exclusive of these additional costs. You can choose to accept or reject this quote.

If you accept, the winery will be responsible for the sales, shipping and subsequent communication with you, the customer, to realise the transaction.

Is wine good for health?

There are controversial ideas whether wine is good or bad for heath. Red wine when consumed moderatelly is thought to be good for health because of its antioxidant effect.

Which wine is the best?

Though there are a lot of globally acknowledged wines like Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Chardonnay, the wine still remains a personal thing as our olfactory and gustatory perceptions are impacted by our historical and cultural background.

How do you drink wine properly?

Take a small sip of wine and swirl the liquid in your mouth to allow taste buds absorb the flavor. After holding the wine in your mouth for several seconds, you can either swallow and enjoy the aftertaste or spit it out, if the spittoons are provided.

What food is good with wine?

Nearly, every food can be paired with wine. Think of bold red wine like Cabernet paired with roast beef or lamb, or seafood with oaked Chardonnay. Don't be tricked, however! There is no such thing as a clear set of rules when it comes to food and wine match, just enjoy the food with wine you like!

Which wine should I try first?

Generally, it is better to begin your wine-tasting journey with white wines or light-bodied red wines like Pinot Noir, that are easier on the palate.

Should I drink wine cold or warm?

Drinking temperature is usually indicated on the label. Ideally, light-bodied red wines are served slightly chilled(13°C) when medium to full-bodied wines such as Bordeaux and Rioja are served at 15-18°C. White wines are nomally sevred chilled.Sparkling wines and light-bodied white wines are served at 6-10°C when medium to full bodied wines such as oaked Chardonnay and Fume Blanc are served at 10-13°C.

Can we store wine in the fridge?

Yes, you can. But It is recommended to store wine in a wine refrigerator instead of a regular one. A regular refrigerator keeps products very cold and dry, which is fine to keep wine for a couple of days, but in a long run, these conditions might be damaging for cork and the liquide.

Why does wine make you happy?

Alcohol in wine releases dopamine and serotonin in our brain. These neurotransmitters excite and give a pleasurable feeling to a person. However, as a result of excessive drinking, brain can adapt to dopamine, which might lead to depression and anxiety. That is why you have to drink moderately.