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Sulfites are said to cause adverse reactions in some wine drinkers, but a recent study by Sophie Parker-Thomson states that bottles made without added sulfites are more likely to cause symptoms such as headaches or watery eyes.

Here is an overview of how wine played a major role in various presidencies.

The terms brut, sec, doux and related refer to the sugar content of wine, sparkling wine, including Champagne, and other alcoholic beverages.

General questions and answers about cigar storage and smoking.

General questions about wines, opened wines, investing in wine, wine storage and wine serving.

A cigar is an enjoyment device for smokers, usually made from a mixture of tobacco varieties originating from countries such as Brazil, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Nicaragua, Java and Sumatra.

From demi and magnum to wine bottles that can hold up to three cases, we dissect the different sizes and calculate the number of glasses that can be poured from them.

Cees van Casteren, one of the three Masters of Wine in the Netherlands. Cees not only knows a lot about wine, he is also a very skilled writer and loves to share his passion with others.

French wine labels can be incredibly confusing. The labels indicate the region where a wine was produced, but not always the grapes used.

The label is important for wine enthusiasts because, in addition to legally required information, it also provides additional optional information.

We know Marc as a real jack-of-all-trades and walking encyclopedia when it comes to wine knowledge.

Some facts about champagne: what varieties there are and what grapes are used for it.

We have listed all relevant information about this wonderful wine country.