Wine 101
Wine is one of the most popular beverages in the world. It is also one of the most intimidating. Between the different types of wines that are available and the seemingly complex rules that lie behind wine’s true enjoyment, getting into the world of wine can almost feel like attempting to learn a new language. However, as daunting as wine can be, all that is really needed to gain an appreciation for wine is to have a passing knowledge of the basic terms and styles that may be discussed in a wine tasting room....Learn More
Resveratrol in Red Wine Wards Off Obesity
Drinking modest amounts of red wine, at least for men, has health benefits. One reason why? Both red wine and grapes contain an antioxidant called resveratrol. Resveratrol has recently been catapulted into nutritional fame as a novel compound that prolongs life in animals, and, hopefully, in humans. Now, a new study shows that resveratrol in grapes and red wine has another benefit, it may be a weapon in the fight against obesity… Read More »
Letting Your Wine Breathe- Why and How to Decant Wine
In the world of wine, a new adventure comes with the pop of every cork. While it can be hard to keep from drinking a new wine right away, it may be worth the wait to decant it first. Why should you decant wine? Decanting is the process of introducing oxygen to wine to “open up” its flavors. Think of wine as a living thing that needs air to breathe just like you do. Exposing it to air releases all the characteristics that were confined inside the bottle just waiting to be freed...Read More »
Hot Date: Faking Your Way Through the Wine List
You finally get the chance to take out just about the hottest girl you know in real life, and of course, you will take her somewhere nice. Unfortunately, nice usually means the waiter is going to hand you a wine list at some point. Girls go crazy for guys that know wine, and although you could wax poetically about the virtues of a good IPA, you know diddily about grape juice. Here is a quick guide to faking it, ordering a bottle to impress, and most importantly, landing the second date… Read More »
Wine – What everyone Pretends to Know
Whether you’re choosing it for a dinner party, ordering it for your table at a restaurant, or simply going to a tasting, you want to look like you know what you’re doing when it comes to wine. After all, everyone around you seems to know what they’re talking about, so now it’s your turn to be in the know. As we all know, wine is made from grapes. The grapes are crushed, and then left to ferment. This is when the yeast, which occurs naturally in vineyards, reacts with the sugars from the grape juice, to produce alcohol… Read More »
Wine Cocktails and Recipes
For great wine drinks with a twist at home try a Glamour Girl Wine Martini or a Something Blue Wine Cocktail. Check out these great wine recipes >>
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Eno Wine Room
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ENO
The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
One Ritz-Carlton Dr.
Dana Point, CA. 92629
Phone: 949-240-2000
Website: enowinerooms.com
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Tuesday through Thursday 5 to 10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 5 to 11 p.m.
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Immerse yourself in the splendor of the California Riviera, while savoring the culinary world's three most beloved indulgences! Experience the newest ENO location, at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Decorated in rich, sexy hues of walnut, silver, coral, and tangerine, our wine-tasting room evokes the atmosphere of a contemporary masterpiece. We're truly a luxurious alternative to traditional Southern California wine clubs and bars. Select from up to 500 varieties of wine in 1,500 bottles - many of which are stored in our illuminated, floor-to-ceiling glass tower. Enjoy a rotating selection of 50 cheeses … served with freshly baked breads, Spanish Marcona almonds, and olives tossed in olive oil and rosemary. Delight in our acclaimed collection of chocolates, hand-crafted by world-class international chocolatiers as well as local artisans.
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The Laguna Canyon Winery
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The Laguna Canyon Winery -WineTasting
2133 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, Ca
Phone:(949) 715-9463
Website: www.LagunaCanyonWinery.com
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info@LagunaCanyonWinery.com
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Laguna Canyon Winery is located in beautiful Laguna Beach. At Laguna Canyon we crush, press, ferment, oak barrel age, blend and bottle all of our wines here in the canyon under our exclusive new label of 'Laguna Canyon Winery'. Bring your friends and taste some incredible wines right in the heart of Laguna Canyon. Many wine events to choose from visit website or call for more information
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Orange Coast Winery
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Thurs - Fri 4pm-9pm | Sat - Sun Noon-8pm
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We are an "Urban Micro-Winery" located in a light industrial section of Newport Beach at 869 West 16th Street. We are a winery, not a wine bar, which means we make our own wine, and do everything from crushing the grapes, aging it in oak barrels, putting the wine in bottles and everything in between. Just a few blocks from the ocean, our location is cool, fresh, and breezy. We have a fun and welcoming staff, and a great front and back bar for wine tasting and lounging. Come on in to check it out!
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Pozzuoli Vineyard & Winery
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Wed - Thurs 4pm-8pm | Fri - Sat 11am-8pm | Sun 11am-3pm (Closed Monday & Tuesday)
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"Located just east of Paso Robles, California and nestled in the rolling hills of the Central Coast, lies our estate vineyard and winery. The property is located at an elevation of 950 ft above sea level, with great exposure to the south and south west sun. We have been undergoing construction of our new Tasting, Aging & Bottling Facility in Tustin, CA since May 1, 2011. It has been a long road to get to this point, and we are very excited to get things up and running. We expect to be open in April 2012. Our new facility will be used for barrel aging & bottling of our Paso Robles wines. We will also have wine tasting & sales + appetizers to accompany our wines." See More
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More Wine Bars
& Wine Boutiques in Orange County
Amazing Grapes
29911 Aventura, Suites D & E
Rancho Santa Margarita
Phone: (949)888-WINE
Website: www.amazinggrapeswinestore.com
Hours: Monday 10am-8pm, Tuesday-Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday noon-6pm
Bacchus' Secret Cellar
6735 Quail Hill Pkwy Irvine, Ca 92603
Phone: (949)502-4600
Website: www.bacchussecretcellar.com
Hours: Monday - Thursday 11am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 11am-11pm, Sun 11 am-8 pm
About: Bacchus’ Secret Cellar is an upscale Wine Shoppe & Wine Bar offering over 600 labels from around the world. Wines are complimented by gourmet appetizers offered on a limited menu. Live music is scheduled every Friday night
Brix
16635 Pacific Coast Highway
Sunset Beach
Phone: (866) 375-2749
Website: www.brix4wine.com
Hours: Sunday-Tuesday 3 pm-8 pm, Wednesday -Thursday 3-10pm, Friday -Saturday 2-10pm
From The Vine
23874 Aliso Creek Road
Laguna Niguel
Phone: (949)448-8814
Website: fromthevinewb.com
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11:30 am-8 pm, Saturday noon- 8 pm, Sunday noon- 6 pm
Hamilton Oaks Vineyard
31111 Hamilton Trail
Trabuco Canyon, CA
Phone: (949) 459-6913
La Maison Gourmet
27772 Vista del Lago, Suite B-15
Mission Viejo
Phone: (949)916-4810
Website: www.lamaisongourmet.net
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 10am-7pm, Friday 10am-8 pm, Saturday 10am-7 pm, Sunday 11am-5pm
Lucca Cafe and Wine Bar
6507 Quail Hill Pkwy
Irvine, CA 92603
Phone: (949) 725-1773
Website: LuccaCafe.net
Hours: Cheese and Wine shop open daily from 9am - 9pm
Napa Rose
Disney's Grand Californian Hotel
1600 S. Disneyland Dr. Anaheim, CA. 92802
PH: 714-300-7170
Dinner only
Contact: (714) 781-3463
Napa Valley Wine Bar
31781 Camino Capistrano
San Juan Capistrano
Phone: (949)493-6272
Website: www.napavalleywinebar.com
Hours: Tuesday-Thursday 6pm- 10 pm, Friday 4pm-11pm, Saturday 2 pm-11 pm, Sunday 2pm - 9pm
Newport Beach Vineyards and Winery
20362 Birch Street
Newport Beach, CA
Phone: (949) 645-2200
Salt Creek Wine Company
30100 Town Center Drive, B-2
Laguna Niguel, Ca
Phone: (949)249-WINE
Website: saltcreekwine.com
Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday 10am -7pm, Thursday-Saturday 10am- 9 pm, Sunday noon - 6pm
Symposium Wine Bar
2963 Michelson Dr., Suite B
Irvine, Ca
Phone: (949)863-6929
Website: symposiumwinebar.com
Hours: Monday-Thursday 5pm-midnight, Friday-Saturday 5pm - 1am
Vine Wine Country Cuisine
211 N. El Camino Real
San Clemente, Ca
Phone: (949)361-3079
Website: vinesanclemente.com
Hours: Tuesday - Friday 5:30pm-10pm, Saturday 5pm-10pm
The Wine Artist
21064 Bake Parkway, Suite 100
Lake Forest
Phone: (949)297-3656
Website: thewineartist.com
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11am-7 pm, Saturday-Sunday noon-5pm
Wine Gallery
2411 East Coast Highway, Suite #250
Corona del Mar, Ca 92625
Phone: (949) 675-3410
Website: cdmwinegallery.com
Hours: Monday- Saturday 11am-8pm, Sunday noon- 6 pm
The Wine Gallery, located in the heart of old town Corona del Mar, California, was founded in 1999 by long time local residents Jeff Schroeder and Chris Olsen.
Wine Salon
at The Hanford Hotel
3131 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Phone: 714-557-3000
Website: http://www.thehotelhanford.com/dining-and-entertainment/wine-salon
Hours: CLICK HERE for hours and upcoming events!
About: Sip. Savor. Swoon....Have a crush on wine? So do we. That's why The Hotel Hanford invites you to experience the heady fragrance of a fine cabernet or the crystalline nature of a pristine Sauvignon Blanc at the ultimate venue -- our Wine Salon. Here, you can indulge in one of our tantalizing tastings in an exclusive setting. Our wine expert has dedicated more than 25 years to creating exquisite wine tastings and dinners that explore and explain the world of wine.
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