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Welcome to the OC Wine Guide at OCStandard. Your guide to local wine events, wine tasting and wine bars in Orange County. Get great wine tips and advice from the experts, and learn some new delicious wine recipes.
 
How To Read Wine Labels
When was the last time you went to a nice restaurant and ordered a bottle of expensive wine? When the server brought it over, did he or she show you the label before uncorking it? Did you understand anything on that label, or did you simply scan it and nod just for show? Many people are at a loss when it comes to reading wine labels, whether it's at a restaurant or in a wine store; to them, it's all just fancy numbers and letters and means no more to them than the chemicals contained in a can of Coke. >>
How To Read Wine LabelsWhen was the last time you went to a nice restaurant and ordered a bottle of expensive wine? When the server brought it over, did he or she show you the label before uncorking it? Did youunderstand anything on that label, or did you simply scan it and nod just for show? Many people are at a loss when it comes to reading wine labels, whether it's at a restaurant or in a wine store; to them, it's all just fancy numbers and letters and means no more to them than the chemicals contained in a can of Coke. popHow To Read Wine LabelsWhen was the last time you went to a nice restaurant and ordered a bottle of expensive wine? When the server brought it over, did he or she show you the label before uncorking it? Did youunderstand anything on that label, or did you simply scan it and nod just for show? Many people are at a loss when it comes to reading wine labels, whether it's at a restaurant or in a wine store; to them, it's all just fancy numbers and letters and means no more to them than the chemicals contained in a can of Coke. popHow To Read Wine LabelsWhen was the last time you went to a nice restaurant and ordered a bottle of expensive wine? When the server brought it over, did he or she show you the label before uncorking it? Did youunderstand anything on that label, or did you simply scan it and nod just for show? Many people are at a loss when it comes to reading wine labels, whether it's at a restaurant or in a wine store; to them, it's all just fancy numbers and letters and means no more to them than the chemicals contained in a can of Coke. How To Read Wine LabelsWhen was the last time you went to a nice restaurant and ordered a bottle of expensive wine? When the server brought it over, did he or she show you the label before uncorking it? Did youunderstand anything on that label, or did you simply scan it and nod just for show? Many people are at a loss when it comes to reading wine labels, whether it's at a restaurant or in a wine store; to them, it's all just fancy numbers and letters and means no more to them than the chemicals contained in a can of Coke.
How to Properly Store Wine to maintain taste and quality
Year after year, wine consumption has become more and more popular all over the world. With more and more money going into wine, the wine and its history will always remain a question. With this in hand, a lot of people often wonder how they can keep and store their wines to maintain a fine taste. >>
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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If you're new to the world of wine, you've probably come across a few terms you did'nt know. We created a list to help when you are out and about in OC, wine tasting. Here are some of the basics:
Acidity
Sometimes called the sour factor, acidity refers to the tartness that is a result of the citric, malic, or lactic acid of the grapes. The acidity also acts as a preservative.
Appellation
A geographic region where a wine's grapes are grown and made into wine.
Aroma
The smell of the wine, especially during the first year, as opposed to the bouquet which develops later during the aging and fermenting process. The aroma can be fruity, smoky, floral, etc.
Decant
Aerating the wine by pouring it into another decanter. This also removes any sediment from the wine.
Fining
Fining refers to the filtration process in wine making. Wine goes through a clarification and filtration process in order to remove unwanted material.
Sommelier
Sommelier is a wine expert. Sommeliers have extensive training and maintain wine collections at fine restaurants. Sommeliers will help you pair your meal with the perfect wine.
Terroir
The characteristics of a particular growing region--it's soil, water, and climate that determine the quality of the grapes and resulting wine. You could say terroir is the micro climate the varietals grow in, and each vineyard owner tries to improve the ecosystem.
Varietal
A type of wine. A wine takes its name from the grape it was made from. As an example Zinfandel and Riesling are varietals. Viticulture The agricultural science of growing grapes for the purpose of making wine
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Wine Bars, Wine Tasting & Wine Boutiques in Orange County
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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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More Wine Bars and 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: www.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
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
Purple Feet
24582 Del Prado Avenue, Suite A
Dana Point
Phone: (949)388-FEET
Website: www.purplefeetwines.com
Hours: Monday 3pm - 10pm, Tuesday - Saturday noon-10 pm
Salt Creek Wine Company
30100 Town Center Drive, B-2
Laguna Niguel, Ca
Phone: (949)249-WINE
Website: www.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: www.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: www.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: www.thewineartist.com
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 11am-7 pm, Saturday-Sunday noon-5pm
Wine Gallery
2411 East Coast Highway, Suite 250
Corona del Mar
Phone: (949)675-3410
Website: www.cdmwinegallery.com
Hours: Monday- Saturday 11am-8pm, Sunday noon- 6 pm
Wine Styles - Costa Mesa
270 E. 17th Street, Suite 14
Costa Mesa, Ca
Phone: (949)631-6627
Wine Styles - Irvine
2646 Dupont Drive, Suite C-20
Irvine, Ca
Phone: (949) 474-7393
Wine Styles - Lake Forest
23632-B El Toro Road
Lake Forest, Ca
Website: Phone: (949)470-9463
Website: www.winestyles.net
Wine Gallery
2411 East Coast Highway, Suite #250
Corona del Mar, Ca 92625
Phone: (949) 675-3410
Website: cdmwinegallery.com
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.
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 How Many Calories Are There In Wine?
Alison Stevens
First it needs to be established that, yes, there are calories in wine. Indeed, almost anything you eat or drink contains calories unless it is made of almost entirely of water or chemicals. However, calories should be considered fuel for the body and a body will not function well without an adequate supply of fuel. That said, the calories in wine need to be counted if you are watching your weight.
Wine As A Fuel Source
Typically, there are around 80–100 calories in an average-sized glass of wine. An average-sized glass is considered to be 125–150 mls (around 4 fl oz), so in a 750ml bottle there are roughly five to six glasses of wine at most. There are red wine glasses available today that can hold almost a full bottle of wine so it is important to consider the size of the glass when counting the calories in wine. A 750ml bottle of wine will generally contain between 300 and 500 calories.
Not all wines contain the same number of calories. Some of the drier white wines, for example, Sauvignon Blanc, white Zinfandel, and Chablis are at the lower end of the calorie scale – around 80 calories per glass. Red wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Pinot Noir and Merlot tend to be in the mid range – around 95 calories per glass. Champagne contains around 100–105 calories per glass.
The really high calorie wines are the fortified wines like Port, Madeira, Muscatel and Tokay. These wines typically contain between 165 and 185 calories per glass. However, it should be noted that these wines are usually served in smaller glasses.
Having established the existence of calories in wine it is important to count them in your daily dietary intake if you enjoy a glass of wine or two with a meal. However, it is also worthwhile to keep the number of calories in perspective. Compared to a cheeseburger the calories in wine appear almost negligible. A cheeseburger can have up to1000 calories and can include as much fat as a body might require in a month! At least wine is fat free. The calories come from the sugar and the carbohydrates. So wine in moderation can usually be included in a calorie-controlled diet.
The Benefits of Wine
Regardless of the calories contained in wine, there are many documented benefits to drinking it in moderation. Wine can enhance the food we eat and act as an aid to digestion. Red wine in particular has potential benefits in that it is believed to help protect against certain forms of cancer and heart disease. Studies have shown a reduction of 30%–50% in heart disease of people who regularly drink a glass of red wine each night and a 20% reduction in death from certain cancers.
The health benefits of drinking wine are often attributed to the so-called "French Paradox", whereby the French – even with a diet high in fat – don't suffer from heart attacks at the same rate as North Americans. This has been attributed to their moderate, though steady, wine consumption.
So perhaps it's time to stop focusing on the calories in wine and instead focus on the health benefits ... in moderation, of course.
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