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Did you know that there are about 400 species of oak, but only about 20 are used in making oak barrels? Of the trees that are used, only 5% is suitable for making high grade wine barrels. The average age of a French oak tree harvested for use in wine barrels is 170 years! So the next time you drink wine that has been kept in French oak, sip carefully and savor the taste all the more!
 | Did you know what French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte thought of champagne? Here's what he said, "In victory, you deserve Champagne, in defeat, you need it." Napoleon first met Champagne maker Jean-Remy Moët while at French military school. The friendship of these two men would have lasting impact on the history of the Champagne region and on the beverage itself as Napoleon actively supported his friend and stopped by his Chateau often even after becoming emperor. |
| Celebrate Valentine's Day with a seductive expression of love - Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial. A harmonious blend of the three grape varieties, with an emphasis on Pinot Noir, this wine embodies a fruity and daring character. And if that's not enough, participate in the Sula Wines Valentine's Day contest and win a romantic getaway at the vineyards.
Or maybe make sure she remembers you year round with a gift subscription to Sommelier India. It's a gift you could never go wrong with! |  |
Scientists unequivocally believe that humans are causing the earth's temperature to rise. The global weather system has already gotten more unpredictable. And even insignificant climate changes can have dramatic effects on wine. In fact, by the end of the century, global warming may decrease the areas in the U.S. in which wine can be produced by 81%. Grape production in France doesn't look very promising either. However, grape production in England, being further to the north, is expected to benefit from global warming.
What about India? States like Himachel Pradesh which are slightly cooler may start producing better wines. It is left to be seen what impact this has on places like Nasik. As this LA Times article points out, in a not too distant future the best sparkling may not come from Champagne but from Surrey, England.
 | Do not ask too much or too little of your wine. Unique fine wines for instance should be reserved for occasions when they can be enjoyed with deliberate awareness of the unusual pleasure they provide. Save them for a contemplative evening with other wine lovers says Reva K Singh, editor and publisher of Sommelier India in her column for Outlook Magazine. |
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You can now get blog updates in your email by just entering your email address in the "Blog Updates" box at the top right hand corner of the home page. These once a week emails will keep you updated with news, event listings and launches from the world of wine. Subscribe to the print magazine today for feature stories and lots more from some of the best wine writers in India and the world.
And expect coverage of IFOWS, India's largest food and wine show over the next week. The Sommelier India team was invited to Spain for Madrid Fusion: 2007 but couldn't go because the dates conflicted with IFOWS. Nevertheless, a contributor covered Madrid Fusion for the next issue.
| Legendary film director, Ram Gopal Varma recently said that God's two greatest creations were - wine and women and interestingly in that order. Would you agree? Varma's most successful films include Shiva, Rangeela, Satya, Company and Sarkar. He is popular for his slick, grisly films and his penchant for horror and gangster films. |  |
Did you know that when you give people Sommelier India gift subscriptions they receive a special card in your name stating that the gift subscription has come from you? And remember, when you give someone a gift subscription, you're remembered all year round and sometimes even longer - if you happen to be their introduction to the exciting world of wine.
The Sommelier India wine magazine is preferred reading for every Indian with a wine interest - from connoisseurs to wine newbies they maybe in the world. The publication includes some of the best wine writers in the world so don't miss this opportunity to subscribe either for yourself or as a gift to a friend.
 | Here at Sommelier India, we wish all our readers, friends and supporters a Happy New Year. We celebrated the new year with a delightful home made mulled wine which makes a perfect, warm winter drink. How did you celebrate new years? Was it with champagne, mulled wine or something else? Share with us your new year stories and tell us what specific wines you drank! |
 | When you gift people subscriptions to Sommelier India, they receive special cards informing them that the gift came from you. And with a subscription gift, they will remember you each time they get a new issue during the course of the year! Don't miss this opportunity.
The latest issue includes articles covering wines for the festive season, mixing Asian food with wine, a drive through Pauillic in France, the Chateau Indage wine bar and more, by some of the best wine writers in India and around the world. Wine Moments to Remember is a photo feature of our readers as they enjoy their wine. |
This issue also introduces our new wine columnist, Jancis Robinson (MW) who is the author of The Oxford Companion to Wine.
| King Tutankhamun was a red wine drinker, according to scientists who have been studying residue left in wine pitchers in the ancient pharaoh's tomb. The boy king Tutankhamun, who died in 1352BC, was, like his counterparts, buried along with all of the goods and provisions that the ancient Egyptians believed their pharaoh would need in the next life. Wine was a luxury drink in ancient Egypt and bottles were labelled with the wine's name, year of harvest, source and even vine grower. |  |
 | The last issue of the year is out bringing you lots to read on the joys of
wine, which we believe to be a delicious and healthy drink and a fascinating
subject. From articles on winemakers and our new columnist uber wine guru Jancis Robinson, to tips on the best wines to serve for the Christmas season and a photo feature on some of this year's wine happenings in India, you don't want to miss this issue.
Subscribe now if you don't receive the publication. You can either subscribe online with a credit card or by mailing a cheque payable in Delhi, India. Remember, rates will be going up from January 1st, 2007. |
You can now get blog updates in your email by just entering your email address in the "Blog Updates" box at the top right hand corner of the home page. These emails will be once a week and will keep you updated with news, event listings and launches from the world of wine. Also, enter your email address in the "Announcements" box to be notified when a new print issue hits the newstands. Subscribe to the print magazine today for feature stories and lots more from some of the best wine writers in India and the world.
Fine wines are like fine art or antiques. Exceptional vintages from the best vineyards sell for thousands of pounds per bottle. And wine collectors are willing to pay astounding prices for old and rare wines, especially those approaching cult status says Reva K Singh, editor and publisher of Sommelier India in her column for Outlook Magazine.
To learn lots more about wine and the culture surrounding it, subscribe to Sommelier India today.
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 | Hugh Johnson has won a legion of fans with his keen ability to make the sometimes complex topic of wine wonderfully lucid—and every year, his popular pocket guide is a bestseller. Here, in it’s 30th anniversary year, he has completely revised and updated this classic, offering more current news than ever on over 6,000 wines, growers, and regions, along with up-to-the-minute vintage information, recommended wines (including budget options), and star ratings. |
Hugh Johnson who is the world's best-selling writer on wine, published his biography last year, titled "A Life Uncorked."
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