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A Guide To The Types Of White Wine You’ll See On A Long Island Limousine Tour

April 22, 2010

Sample many types of delicious wine while on a delightful Long Island limousine wine tour.

Last time we discussed the types of red wine you will come across when on a Long Island limousine wine tour. White wine tends to be much sweeter and lighter than most red wines. This makes white wine more popular with people who aren’t usually big wine drinkers. White wine can be dry or sweet and some varieties can be made bubbly or still. Here is an outline of the most common types of white wine so you will know what to expect on your Long Island limousine tour.

Chardonnay: This was the most popular white grape in the 1990s, and can be made sparkling or still. It is nice to pair with fish or chicken dishes and is a wide-bodied wine with rich citrus flavors. When it is fermented in new oak barrels it adds a buttery flavor of vanilla, toast, coconut and toffee.

Pinot Grigio: This wine is a little dryer, but has a pleasant fruity flavor that improves after a few years in the bottle. It’s very versatile and can be paired with many different dishes.

Riesling: Riesling can be dry or sweet, but is generally much lighter than Chardonnay. It has a fresh taste with a hint of apples, and the flavor improves greatly with age. Dry versions of Riesling pair well with meals that contain fish, chicken and pork.

Sauvignon Blanc: This wine is great with seafood, poultry and salads. It’s flavor usually consists of apples, pears and gooseberries or tropical fruits like melon, mango and blackcurrant.

Muscat: This wine is best on its own, without being paired with food. It generally has a sweet and fruity taste.

These white wines are light and fruity, perfect for a spring or summer afternoon in the country. Now when you are on your next Long Island limousine wine tour, you’ll be able to know beforehand which wines you will be interested in sampling and you’ll impress your friends with your wine knowledge. Reserve a Five Towns limo today.

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Etiquette Tips to Follow on a Long Island Limo Wine Tour

April 12, 2010

Knowing the proper etiquette for a Long Island limo wine tour beforehand will enable you and your party to have plenty of fun without feeling nervous about doing something new.

If you’ve never been to a winery or on a Long Island limo wine tour before, it’s nice to know what to expect and the proper etiquette to display while tasting the many different wines the Long Island wineries have to offer. It’s common for many people to have questions about what is polite while inside a winery if they have never been to one or if they are not wine drinkers. Following these tips will prepare you for your Long Island wine tour to make sure you have plenty of fun without offending the local wine makers.

In a winery’s tasting room, white wines are generally tasted first, followed by red and then dessert wines. Usually, lighter-bodies wines precede fuller-bodied ones. Water and crackers are usually offered to cleanse the palate between each wine. You may also use the water to cleanse the glass when switching from whites to reds to dessert wine.

Proper wine tasting technique: Notice the color and clarity of each glass of wine. Swirl the wine in your glass by rotating your wrist. Smell the wine by placing your nose just over the tip of the wine glass. Notice the different aromas. Then finally, taste each wine carefully by rolling it over your tongue for a few seconds before you swallow. Savor each sip.

If the winery has a sheet of tasting notes make sure to read over and see if you notice any of the aromas or flavors listed.

Correct wine etiquette doesn’t require you to finish every glass. Wineries provide jars to dispose of excess wine. Don’t feel like you need to sample every wine offered, only taste what appeals to you.

If you request a second tasting of a particular wine, while on your Long Island limo wine tour, it’s an indication that you are interested in purchasing the wine. This means it’s pleasant to your palate and a fine quality of wine.

By knowing what to expect and following these tips before embarking on your Long Island limo wine tour, you will feel more comfortable with a new experience and know what to do to get the most out of your day. Five Towns Limo offers luxury limousine tours of the beautiful Long Island wine country, complete with gourmet lunches for your group.

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Enjoy the First Days of Spring with a Long Island Wine Tour

March 19, 2010

Visit Macari Winery in Long Island, one of many wineries on Five Towns Limo Long Island wine tours.

Stop worrying about who is going to be the designated driver on your Long Island wine tour and take a Five Towns limo. Whether you are a native of Long Island or just visiting, a Five Towns Limousine Long Island wine tour is the best way to see the beautiful scenery of Long Island.

Long Island boasts beautiful vineyards running from Jamesport to Southold. Many vineyards are open from 11:00a.m. to 5:00p.m., and when you go on a L I wine tour with Five Towns you can enjoy as many of them as you want. There are over 20 on the East End where you can sample wines directly from their makers. Our staff knows all about the winery business and can answer your questions and make sure you visit the best places.

While you are out enjoying your day, we can make sure lunch is provided for you at the vineyard of your choice. Or, we can book your reservation at one of the many restaurants located on the East End of Long Island. Five Towns is here to serve you and make sure your wine tour is an unforgettable experience.

Riding in style in one of our 6 types of limos, including our Lincoln Town Car Limo, available in black, white or silver will make you and your friends feel like celebrities for a day. Let us pamper you with our elegant bar setup, found in every limo and our CD sound system complete with TV and DVD player. Let the beautiful scenery of golden hills lined with rows of grapevines bring you back to nature and the quaint cobblestone drives will make you feel like you are in another country.

With the weather starting to warm up, there’s never been a better time to book a reservation with Five Towns to enjoy a day of wine tasting and decadent cuisine with friends. Get a free limo quote.

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