Wine in Outer Space | Brix 33 in New Port Richey FL

Most people don't realize just how important wine has been in our culture. Wine has gone where most beverages only dream to go...outer space. Read more about this incredible journey through space and wine. And be sure to visit Brix 33 in New Port Richey FL for our hump-day special. We provide a fine wine tasting special you'll have to check out!

Benjamin Franklin once said "Wine is proof that God loves us and loves to see us happy". This must be the case, as wine has had a strong presence throughout history. In fact, wine was present when mankind first landed on the moon. Yup, it's true....back in 1969 Buzz Aldrin held communion on the moon. This included a little wafer, a prayer, and a sip of wine! Now the phrase 'this wine is out of this world' takes on a whole new meaning.

And how about this: have you ever had moonwine? I said moonwine, not moonshine. Well if you ever get the chance, you should definitely try this meteorite wine. An Englishmen that
had a passion for wine decided to move to Chile and begin infusing an actual space rock in the fermentation process! Apparently the man who owned the meteorite had no problem with allowing it to be soaked in a vat of wine for one year.

9 Great Resources For Wine Fanatics

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1) Wine Spectator - This is a great source of wine knowledge for anyone that wants to learn more about wine. The website offers a lot more than learning resources, so check them out soon!

2) Snooth - If you're looking for information about any type of wine you can imagine, then this is the site for you. Not only do they offer reviews, they also help you find any wine you could possibly want to try.

3) Good Wine Under $20 - In case you couldn't tell by the title of the blog, this website lists good wines that cost less than $20. Great for anyone looking to try new wines without spending a large amount of money.

4) Consumer Reports | Wine Buying Guide - Consumer Reports has provided an all-inclusive wine buying guide for anyone to use. It addresses types of wine, varietal information, food compliments, and much more.

5) World Market Wine Section - If you're looking for an easy way to buy wines from all over the world, visit the World Market wine section. They provide a large assortment of wines you can buy right from your laptop.

6) Wine.net - Wine.net has provided another valuable list of resources worth checking out. Their list includes their most helpful articles for beginning wine connoisseurs.

7) Vinepair - This website not only provides helpful information to learn more about wine, it also provides entertainment that is wine-related. Check out their fun quizzes, apps, and videos now.

8) Wine Business - A great tool for anyone interested in buying wine-grapes or wine in bulk. You can also sell on here, which makes it valuable to vineyards or brewing sites.

9) Wine Searcher - Easily one of the most valuable resources in this list, Wine Searcher provides a simple platform to search for any type of wine you can imagine. They also have other wine-related information worth checking out.

Using This Wine Tasting Workout To Become A Fine Wine Connoisseur

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If you want to practice using your new-found wine tasting skills, you came to the right place. Use this exercise to gain experience and develop your skills. As a quick recap, lets go over some four common aspects of wine you will be assessing when you taste wine.

Tannin is the compound in wine (and many other foods/beverages) that contributes to the 'dry' taste. When you eat cranberries, do you notice that your mouth has a slight dryness? That is due to tannins.

Acidity is the agent in many foods and beverages that contributes to a pucker. In wine, lemons are commonly used to increase acidity in order to make the wine less bold.

Sweetness refers to the level sugar present. Wine should have a balanced sweetness and should not have a concentrated amount at the bottom of the glass.

Alcohol is ethanol present in wine that has the ability to cause inebriation. It has a very distinguished flavor and has a strong effect on the taste/texture of wines.

So when you are attempting to train your ability to taste each of these components of wine, it will help to keep practicing with the same wine for a while. You will be adding these compounds to the wine so that you can see how it affects the wine. To begin, get used to tasting the wine without any additives. Then you will need to use these items for these compounds:

Tannins: Black Tea Bags (opt for cheaper brands, as they tend to be higher in tannin)

Acidity: Lemon Juice (concentrated is better)

Sweetness: Pure Cane Sugar

Alcohol: Pure Grain Alcohol or Vodka (high alcohol content)

Palate Cleanser: Saltines (other bland crackers will do)

Use these substances in the wine and taste the difference in the wine. As you do this repeatedly you will begin to notice how certain compounds affect wine. Use the crackers between tastings to help clear your palate for the best effect.

And there you have it, this is a sure-fire way to improve your wine tasting skills. By using this method, you will be able to understand the more complex wine-tasting topics in the future. Many other methods exist as well however this is a great starter-exercise. Once you've developed your skills we urge you to visit Brix 33 in New Port Richey FL for our fine wine tasting events every Wednesday.