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Tips from Andre: Fruit Wines and Fruit Winemaking ?Part 1 of 2
Once again we have advent of the summer season in Western New York and Ontario and while some home winemakers limit their endeavors to the grape, others, including myself, anxiously await the arrival of the fresh fruit. Once dismissed out of hand by some as inferior and often quaintly referred to as ?country? wines, fruit wines are enjoying a surge in popularity never seen before, embraced by amateur and professional vintners alike.
And why shouldn?t they? Our region has the good fortune to possess a burgeoning agribusiness in fruit other than grapes and, as many fruit farmers have discovered (as indicated by the surge in farm winery licenses), wine returns a much more appealing margin than fruit alone. For those who are still on the fence about the virtues of fruit wine, may I suggest that you take a day to tour some of the local wine trails and try them.
For me, a family outing to the local fruit farms, especially a ?U-Pick,? was always gleefully anticipated as a summertime ritual. The delicious baked goods and the jellies and jams made from the fruit could be enjoyed into the cold winter months. That is, of course, if they lasted that long.
We still make and love all these things, but taking the extra time and expense to produce wine from the strawberries, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, and other fruits adds another dimension that will challenge and hone your skills. This is because, unlike grapes (especially those varieties which one may regularly vint year after year), fruits, berries, and other feedstock used to make these wines have less predictable characteristics in their pH, acid, and sugar. Therefore, careful testing and attention to making the proper adjustments is important to producing a good fruit wine.
There is an abundance of websites that have good basic fruit wine recipes, and even recipes to make wine from vegetables and herbs. Simply plug ?fruit wine recipes? into a search engine.
Now for another reason why home winemakers should have a second look at fruit wines. Today, people are more health-conscious than ever. Almost every day for the past decade, starting with ?The French Paradox,? we?ve been bombarded with one clinical study after another that touts the health benefits of drinking red wine in moderation.
Well, surprise! The same health-promoting compounds found in Pinot Noir are found abundantly in fruits and berries. The polyphenol pigments that impart color to the fruit are known collectively as anthocyanins, a family of powerful antioxidants. The compound found in Pinot Noir called resveratrol is produced in greater amounts in this varietal as an antifungal because the skin of the grape is thin and susceptible to splitting. Resveratrol has been studied for its ability to block cell inflammation and oxidative stress related to arthritis and other degenerative diseases, as well as cancer treatment and prevention. *
Blackberries, mulberries, and especially blueberries are rich in powerful antioxidants like resveratrol. Blueberries also contain phytosterol and pterostilbene, which have recently been shown to be useful in lowering bad (LDL) cholesterol, preventing heart disease, and protecting the body against certain cancers.
None of these beneficial compounds are lost in the winemaking process, so why not raise a glass of fruit wine and drink to your health?
*Joseph, J.A., Shukitt-Hale B., Denisova, N.A. Bielinski D., Martin, A., McEwen, J.J., and Bickford, P.C. "Reversal of Age-Related Declines in the Neuronal Signal Transduction, Cognitive, and Motor Behavioral Deficits with Blueberry, Spinach, or Strawberry Dietary Supplementation," Journal of Neuroscience, September 15, 1999, Vol. 19, No. 18. pp. 8114-8121.]
Winemaking Tips from Ande Pazik of www.bubbleflo.com
E-mail Contact: dkceo@bubbleflo.com
Another short Swedish Wine review
Tips from Andre: Fruit Wines and Fruit Winemaking ?Part 1 of 2
Once again we have advent of the summer season in Western New York and Ontario and while some home winemakers limit their endeavors to the grape, othe...
Click Here to Read More About Wine ...
Featured Swedish Wine Items
Metal Chrome Pourer
These sleek chrome pourers are seen in the trendy bars in South Beach NYC & LA. Used by professional bartenders because they make concocting drinks a breeze. Reduces spillage and allows for more precise pours. Ideal for home bars. Sold in individual units.
Price: 2.95 USD
News about Swedish Wine
IN VINO VERITAS, IN GRAVLAX GRAVITAS
Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:47:23 PDT
Homemade gravlax. Yum. Yessiree, while you may find Truth in that glass of wine, gravlax - Scandinavian salt-cured salmon - is Serious. Gravlax is a member of the Pantheon o’ Cured Fish, a select group that includes Nova Scotia smoked salmon, belly lox, smoked sable, et cetera. And since Saveur Magazine was gracious enough to include a recipe in their most recent issue, I could not resist trying it out. It’s easy, but you have to allow a few days before the finished product is ready. There
Jenny Karlsson Design
Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:41:58 PDT
Jenny Karlsson's handmade accessories & other items have a vintage feel about them that I love. The nostalgic wine red taffeta bag featuring a picture of Carole Lombard is so unique & lovely. The pink & black Bird and Beads bag is another wonderful design. Jenny also creates beautiful cards, such as the Stamps set that is fantastic. This talented designer also sales her wares via DaWanda, as well as the Swedish site Signerat.
EVEN SWEDISH POP STARS LOVE METAL
Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:54:03 PDT
There must be something in the water in Sweden. Metal is just ingrained in their culture. I was hanging out drinking with a major label pop band last night, five of whose six members are Swedish and at least three of whom were longhairs that I figured might be into metal given their appearance and heritage. Metal is a always a great way to bridge slightly awkward conversation with complete strangers, so I figured why not try? I swung and missed with the keyboardist, more of the jazz type, who n
Princess Adds 110 New Shore Excursion Options in Europe This Summer
Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:31:58 PDT
New Choices Feature Personalized Experiences and Self-Guided Walking Tours; Plus Fresh Adventures Such as Exploring the Rooftops of Stockholm or Going on a Treasure Hunt SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (June 10, 2008) - This summer Princess passengers in Europe have 110 new ways to enjoy their ports of call, whether they explore Stockholm by rooftop for the ultimate bird's eye view, go on a treasure hunt through the ruins of Herculaneum or streets of Dubrovnik, take an overnight train to Moscow, or e
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Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:09:34 PDT
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Tips from Andre: Fruit Wines and Fruit Winemaking ?Part 1 of 2
Once again we have advent of the summer season in Western New York and Ontario and while some home winemakers limit their endeavors to the grape, others, including myself, anxiously await the arrival of the fresh fruit. Once dismissed out of hand by some as inferior and often quaintly referred to as ?country? wines, fruit wines are enjoying a surge in popularity never seen before, embraced by amateur and professional vintners alike.
And why shouldn?t they? Our region has the good fortune to possess a burgeoning agribusiness in fruit other than grapes and, as many fruit farmers have discovered (as indicated by the surge in farm winery licenses), wine returns a much more appealing margin than fruit alone. For those who are still on the fence about the virtues of fruit wine, may I suggest that you take a day to tour some of the local wine trails and try them.
For me, a family outing to the local fruit farms, especially a ?U-Pick,? was always gleefully anticipated as a summertime ritual. The delicious baked goods and the jellies and jams made from the fruit could be enjoyed into the cold winter months. That is, of course, if they lasted that long.
We still make and love all these things, but taking the extra time and expense to produce wine from the strawberries, cherries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, and other fruits adds another dimension that will challenge and hone your skills. This is because, unlike grapes (especially those varieties which one may regularly vint year after year), fruits, berries, and other feedstock used to make these wines have less predictable characteristics in their pH, acid, and sugar. Therefore, careful testing and attention to making the proper adjustments is important to producing a good fruit wine.
There is an abundance of websites that have good basic fruit wine recipes, and even recipes to make wine from vegetables and herbs. Simply plug ?fruit wine recipes? into a search engine.
Now for another reason why home winemakers should have a second look at fruit wines. Today, people are more health-conscious than ever. Almost every day for the past decade, starting with ?The French Paradox,? we?ve been bombarded with one clinical study after another that touts the health benefits of drinking red wine in moderation.
Well, surprise! The same health-promoting compounds found in Pinot Noir are found abundantly in fruits and berries. The polyphenol pigments that impart color to the fruit are known collectively as anthocyanins, a family of powerful antioxidants. The compound found in Pinot Noir called resveratrol is produced in greater amounts in this varietal as an antifungal because the skin of the grape is thin and susceptible to splitting. Resveratrol has been studied for its ability to block cell inflammation and oxidative stress related to arthritis and other degenerative diseases, as well as cancer treatment and prevention. *
Blackberries, mulberries, and especially blueberries are rich in powerful antioxidants like resveratrol. Blueberries also contain phytosterol and pterostilbene, which have recently been shown to be useful in lowering bad (LDL) cholesterol, preventing heart disease, and protecting the body against certain cancers.
None of these beneficial compounds are lost in the winemaking process, so why not raise a glass of fruit wine and drink to your health?
*Joseph, J.A., Shukitt-Hale B., Denisova, N.A. Bielinski D., Martin, A., McEwen, J.J., and Bickford, P.C. "Reversal of Age-Related Declines in the Neuronal Signal Transduction, Cognitive, and Motor Behavioral Deficits with Blueberry, Spinach, or Strawberry Dietary Supplementation," Journal of Neuroscience, September 15, 1999, Vol. 19, No. 18. pp. 8114-8121.]
Winemaking Tips from Ande Pazik of www.bubbleflo.com
E-mail Contact: dkceo@bubbleflo.com
Another short Swedish Wine review
Tips from Andre: Fruit Wines and Fruit Winemaking ?Part 1 of 2
Once again we have advent of the summer season in Western New York and Ontario and while some home winemakers limit their endeavors to the grape, othe...
Click Here to Read More About Wine ...
Featured Swedish Wine Items
Metal Chrome Pourer
These sleek chrome pourers are seen in the trendy bars in South Beach NYC & LA. Used by professional bartenders because they make concocting drinks a breeze. Reduces spillage and allows for more precise pours. Ideal for home bars. Sold in individual units.
Price: 2.95 USD
News about Swedish Wine
IN VINO VERITAS, IN GRAVLAX GRAVITAS
Mon, 09 Jun 2008 13:47:23 PDT
Homemade gravlax. Yum. Yessiree, while you may find Truth in that glass of wine, gravlax - Scandinavian salt-cured salmon - is Serious. Gravlax is a member of the Pantheon o’ Cured Fish, a select group that includes Nova Scotia smoked salmon, belly lox, smoked sable, et cetera. And since Saveur Magazine was gracious enough to include a recipe in their most recent issue, I could not resist trying it out. It’s easy, but you have to allow a few days before the finished product is ready. There
Jenny Karlsson Design
Tue, 10 Jun 2008 04:41:58 PDT
Jenny Karlsson's handmade accessories & other items have a vintage feel about them that I love. The nostalgic wine red taffeta bag featuring a picture of Carole Lombard is so unique & lovely. The pink & black Bird and Beads bag is another wonderful design. Jenny also creates beautiful cards, such as the Stamps set that is fantastic. This talented designer also sales her wares via DaWanda, as well as the Swedish site Signerat.
EVEN SWEDISH POP STARS LOVE METAL
Tue, 10 Jun 2008 12:54:03 PDT
There must be something in the water in Sweden. Metal is just ingrained in their culture. I was hanging out drinking with a major label pop band last night, five of whose six members are Swedish and at least three of whom were longhairs that I figured might be into metal given their appearance and heritage. Metal is a always a great way to bridge slightly awkward conversation with complete strangers, so I figured why not try? I swung and missed with the keyboardist, more of the jazz type, who n
Princess Adds 110 New Shore Excursion Options in Europe This Summer
Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:31:58 PDT
New Choices Feature Personalized Experiences and Self-Guided Walking Tours; Plus Fresh Adventures Such as Exploring the Rooftops of Stockholm or Going on a Treasure Hunt SANTA CLARITA, Calif. (June 10, 2008) - This summer Princess passengers in Europe have 110 new ways to enjoy their ports of call, whether they explore Stockholm by rooftop for the ultimate bird's eye view, go on a treasure hunt through the ruins of Herculaneum or streets of Dubrovnik, take an overnight train to Moscow, or e
Honeyfun4u Of Amateur Sex Cam
Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:09:34 PDT
Honeyfun4u Of Amateur Sex Cam amp; FREE phone 51 young 100% DarkCreamyChocolate MATURE Black BBW Seasoned Naughty MILF luvs Play-Fun SWEET FAT ASS Home Alone Wild Sexy DIRTY hot WET Horny AMERICAN Dancer Stripper FETISHES ROLEPLAY Goddess Slut Mistress Slave CD Sissyboy BJ DP CreditCard What turns me on: PRATA SVENSKA(speak swedish) DISCODE:luvhoney(PRICE=1.68)honesty,openness,freedom,generousity FUN/STYLISHppl WHOnoHow2PLAY..WHO LIKE GREYBUSH around daKITTYbox:P They say daTASTE-O-MATURED
Wine Cabinet
Napa Valley
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