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Is my home wine cellar supposed to smell like wine?

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What do you call white wines that have a citrusy, fizzy sensation?

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Should I be concerned about wine freezing in my car if it’s below freezing outside?

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Can I charge a membership fee for a winemaking club without having a license to sell wine?

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Is it possible to visualize wine in terms of shapes, rather than words?

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Why does my wine cooler feel warm on the outside when it's cool on the inside?

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Ask Dr. Vinny

What does it mean when a tasting note refers to the “midpalate”? How do you experience it?

Is my home wine cellar supposed to smell like wine?

What do you call white wines that have a citrusy, fizzy sensation?

Should I be concerned about wine freezing in my car if it’s below freezing outside?

Do you recommend any wine clubs? Are they good holiday gifts for wine lovers?

Could smoke taint in wine be removed by reverse osmosis?

Can I charge a membership fee for a winemaking club without having a license to sell wine?

Is it possible to visualize wine in terms of shapes, rather than words?

Why does my wine cooler feel warm on the outside when it's cool on the inside?

How do I know if a sparkling wine is fruit-forward vs. yeasty?

Is it possible to "fix" old wine that has gone bad?

Do boxed wines contain more preservatives than bottled wines?

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