Coastal Wine Trail Staff 
To many people, the alcohol content of a drink is the most important factor – trumping even taste. This is for one reason: people want to know how many sips, glasses, or bottles of a certain alcohol it takes to get drunk. When it comes to Smirnoff Ice in particular, people drink this drink because … Read more
Whether you’re celebrating, nursing a broken heart, unwinding in a bubble bath or just cooking your favorite steak, wine is often the common denominator. Aside from savoring its full robust flavor, we also have a lot to say about wine. And it’s not just us. Everyone from Hemingway to Churchill has had something to say … Read more
For many people, the ultimate way to unwind after a stressful day in the rat race is to have a few drinks with a couple of friends. But sometimes the intended few drinks turn into a few too many and you’re left feeling a little worse for wear. Sound familiar? Whether you’re a seasoned drinker … Read more
If you’re not ordinarily a wine drinker, a walk down your local supermarket’s wine aisle can be quite overwhelming! If you’ve decided to dip your toe into the wine-drinking experience, you might be left wondering – what does white wine taste like? Every wine aficionado will tell you it’s a good idea to start your … Read more
Red wine is one of the most popular drinks enjoyed around the world. Whether people are celebrating, eating or just unwinding many choose to do so with a glass of red wine. If you’re not a wine drinker, you might be wondering – what does red wine taste like? As popular as red wine is, … Read more
Famous author Charles Dickens once said, “Champagne is simply one of the elegant extras of life.” When it’s time to celebrate, the most common go-to drink for most people is an elegant bottle of bubbly. If you’ve never tasted champagne, you might be wondering what all the fuss is about. With its sparkling reputation and … Read more
Becoming a wine connoisseur is about a lot more than just tasting, drinking and choosing your favorites. One of the important points to consider is how you’re going to store any open, unfinished wine. If you’re planning on storing more than one bottle of wine at a time, you should consider investing in a dual-zone … Read more
One of the most expensive wines ever sold at an auction in 2010 was the 1947 French Cheval Blanc. The price? A whopping $304,375! What makes a 67-year old bottle of vino so expensive? Then again, how about the famous Screaming Eagle Cabernet sold at a princely sum of $500,000? And, this six liter bottle … Read more
Lamb is such a full-flavored, gamey, fatty, and robust red meat that guarantees a burst of flavor with every mouthful. But it can also be soft and delicate, and what you pair it with can make or break the meal. This means that pairing the perfect wine with lamb is an important – and often … Read more
A gluten free diet means missing out on some of the good things in life. But, does it mean you have to cut out wine? Wine is made from fermented grapes which don’t include gluten. But, some winemakers do add other ingredients during the winemaking process. And, this could result in a wine containing traces … Read more