Scientists believe the key to the healthful benefits of red wine lie in the antioxidants, or flavonoids. Flavonoids help to reduce the production of LDL, low density lipoprotein - sometimes referred to as "bad" cholesterol.

It is surprising the number of people who simply will not believe that wines improve with age. They set about making wines possessed of an urgency which should not exist and an impatience that is hard to believe. They really believe that wine can be made, matured and drunk in six or seven weeks.

The holidays are almost upon us, and that means 'tis the season' for parties with co-workers, dinners with families, get-togethers with close friends and quiet nights by the fireside with loved ones.

Over the years, wine consumption has become more and more popular. With more and more money going into wine both as an investment and for later consumption, the history of the wine will always be important.

Wine and winemaking has a long and venerable history. When was the first wine made, and by whom?

You do not have to spend a fortune or spend hours reading labels to make good wine selections for your dinner guests. Here is a concise wine guide for beginners.

Buying a gourmet wine gift basket can be expensive. You can easily make a beautiful, custom, personalized, gourmet wine gift basket cheaply. You can use champagne too.

For many years, the California wines have been closely linked with deep flavors, high alcohol content, more than just a hint of oak and forward fruit.

Attending wine tasting events can be a great experience and a lot of fun, although a lot of people choose not to attend out of fear - or not knowing what to do or what to expect.

In the world of wine, the Internet has drastically changed the business and landscape for a lot of industries and manufacturers.