Get Wine Wise 2012
We all know that wine comes from crushed grapes, but what makes wine taste the way it does and why do different varietals (grape types) have different flavour profiles.
And why do those same varietals taste different from country to country, region to region or even vineyard to vineyard?
How come some wines are robust in alcohol and taste and others light in both? Why does wine become wine rather than just grape juice? Why are some wines made from a mix of varietals and others from just one type.
And just how many different types of wines and varietals are there?
Wine is now the nation's favourite tipple, with the 'take-home' wine market now worth around £5+ billion in the UK.
In fact, take a walk down any major supermarket wine aisle to see just how big and complex.
Shopping the 'Wine Wall' can be an intimidating process, which is why many of us simply end up 'going gondola-end' and looking for the best deals.
But as in all things, cheap isn't always the best option, as a little knowledge can go a long way.
So at Get Wine Wise they have opened up the the whole wine choice process, providing concise knowledge so that you can make a better, more informed decision, by giving you the basic wine facts and tips.
This will enable you to face the Wine Wall or your local restaurant wine list with some confidence and really be able to enjoy 'Les plaisirs du vin!'
Get the low down on wines & vines for your chance to brush up on your wine knowledge and become a bit of a wine wizard.
Vines & Wines' on-line book gives you a simple grape-by-grape guide to the leading varietals from around the world and the wines that they make.
For more information visit www.getwinewise.co.uk
Pop along to one of the Get Wine Wise unique in-store Sampling Events at Tesco Extras across the South and Midlands to discover a new world of wine.
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This year's partners are big brands such as Yellow Tail, Blossom Hill, Kumala, Viña Albali and Villa Maria.