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rice wine

BY: The Food Lover's Companion

A sweet, golden wine made from fermenting freshly steamed glutinous rice. Most rice wines are low in alcohol. The most well-known Japanese rice wines are SAKE and MIRIN, while Chinese renditions include Chia Fan, Hsiang Hsueh, Shan Niang and Yen Hung.

rosé wines

BY: The Food Lover's Companion

Rosé wines are usually made from red grapes but-contrary to the normal process of making red wine-the skins and stems are removed almost immediately, usually within 2 to 3 days. This brief contact with the skins and stems gives the wine its light pink (or rose) color. It also, however, is the reason that rosés lack the body and character of most red or white wines. In general, rosé wines are very light-bodied and slightly sweet. They should be served chilled and can accompany a variety of ...

Sensational Sangria (Video)

BY: Allrecipes Staff

Learn how to make red and white sangria--a light refreshing beverage served and enjoyed throughout Spain--especially in the summer.

Spanish Wine Regions

BY: Carl Hanson

From big rich reds to fresh, crisp whites, from fruity roses to fortified sherries to sparkling wines--Spain does it all.

Spanish Wine Regions: Navarra

BY: Carl Hanson

From big rich reds to fresh, crisp whites, from fruity roses to fortified sherries to sparkling wines--Spain does it all.

Spanish Wine Regions: Penedes

BY: Carl Hanson

Located just south of Barcelona, Penedes is part of Catalonia, the fiercely proud northeast portion of Spain with a vibe (and language) all of its own.

Spanish Wine Regions: Priorat

BY: Carl Hanson

Some of the most heralded and expensive Spanish wines are coming out of this very small wine region, located an hour or so from the sea, just southwest of Penedes in northeast Spain.

Spanish Wine Regions: Rias Baixis

BY: Carl Hanson

An oasis amidst the sun-scorched desert, Rias Baixis is considerably cooler and wetter than the rest of Spain, a climate that has proven just right for white grapes.

Spanish Wine Regions: Ribero del Duero

BY: Carl Hanson

Ribero del Duero's velvety rich red wines, made with Spain's noble Tempranillo (known locally as Tinta del Pais or Tinto Fino), are some of Spain's best.

Spanish Wine Regions: Rioja

BY: Carl Hanson

The reds from Rioja are no doubt Spain's best known and most admired wines.

Sparkling Wine

BY: Carl Hanson

Sparkling wines aren't just fun! They're remarkably food friendly, too. Get recipe recommendations for pairing with your bubbly!

Summer Sips: Refreshing Summer Drinks

BY: Allrecipes Staff

Get recipes for fruity, sweet, tart and sparkling summer sippers.

Super Bowl® Brews

BY: Allrecipes Staff

What would a Super Bowl party be without beer?

Syrah? Shiraz? Which Is It, Already?

BY: Carl Hanson

Syrah and Shiraz, these two wine grapes are the same. Only the names are different.

Tapas: Iberian Appetizers

BY: Frances Crouter

Originating in southern Spain, tapas are assorted snacks and nibbles typically shared over a drink with friends.

Terroir: The Taste of a Place

BY: Carl Hanson

A few words that will help make "terroir" seem a bit less terrifying.

The Curious Case of Carmenère

BY: Carl Hanson

In addition to popular varietals like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, Chile has had a lot of success with Carmenère.

The Story of Champagne

BY: Carl Hanson

Learn all about the history of the world's most festive beverage.

The Story of Rum

BY: Carl Hanson

When is a drink not just a drink? When it plays a pivotal role in history. And perhaps no beverage has shaped broad patterns of history more significantly than rum. Find out how.

The Story of Rum: The Styles of Rum

BY: Carl Hanson

Rum comes in an exciting array of styles, colors and flavors--no wonder it's the most cocktail friendly of all the liquors in the cabinet.


 
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