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Why You Should Give Australian Wines a Try – It’s More Than Shiraz Wine

  • Posted by The CorkGuru
After reading possibly the best wine description ever written by an Australian Wine Blog: The Wine Wankers, it inspired us to dedicate one of our blog articles to the fabulous creations made by Australian winemakers. With so many wine options to choose from (and solely being known for Shiraz Wine), we’re afraid that at times […]

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Choosing Wine Glasses For Your Restaurant

  • Posted by The CorkGuru
When serving wine to aficionados, it is recommended that you pour into stemware that makes sense.  A true aficionado will know that it is important to choose a glass that complements the wine and releases its characteristics. If you bring the right glass to the table, your guests will be impressed. There are many elements to consider when ordering […]

Which Aspect of a Restaurant Wine List is Most Important?

  • Posted by The CorkGuru
In a poll conducted by Wine Spectator last year, in which 1274 people voted, they asked, “Which aspect of a wine list is most important to you?” This survey made it obvious that the majority of people, 53% to be exact, are most intrigued by an “interesting, diverse selection” overall compared to 16% who voted for “wines […]

Wine Trade: How Small Label Wines Get Big Label Attention

  • Posted by Danielle Gillespie
“Popular”, a word that (for me) implies a complete lack of active curiosity or creativity, is one of my least favorite words. And I especially despise the word when a sales person or restaurant wait staff relates it to wine. This word, popular, was drifting around in my head when I recently sat down to […]

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How to Select Wines for Your Restaurant Wine List

  • Posted by The CorkGuru
The process of purchasing wine for a restaurant involves a careful consideration of your customer’s tastes and preferences, the type of food that you serve, regional favorites, and popular vintages. When considering the selection of wine for your restaurant wine list, it is important to build a relationship with a distributor or supplier, someone who has […]

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58% of Americans Prefer Red Wine

  • Posted by The CorkGuru
A recent survey we conducted of 1000 people from across the US showed that 57.8% of Americans preferred red wine to white wine. We’ve broken down our findings so restaurant owners and managers can get a better idea of what their average diner is looking for when designing their wine list. Red Wine is for […]