At home or a restaurant, an appetizer that never fails is a cheese table with a good wine. Most of the time, people decide only based on what’s on the menu, but do you know how to successfully pair this two elements?
The first thing you need to know is that there are two kinds of pairing: complementing and contrast. In the first case the flavors are very similar: a strong cheese is combined with a soft wine or vice versa. A concrete example is to mix Roquefort cheese with Cabernet Sauvignon. (more…)
According to a study of National Heart and Lung Institute of Imperial College London, moderate red wine consumption can combat chronic pulmonary diseases. Although it’s well known red wine gives multiples health benefits -thanks to it high amount of antioxidants, which also helps to keep a healthy heart- this study reveals this drink could fight some diseases like pulmonary emphysema, chronic bronchitis and even asthma, because of a red wine key component known as resveratrol, a phytoestrogen which also could have an anticancer preventive effect. (more…)
Ovarian cancer affects a lot of women and it’s estimated that this disease is the sixth more usual tumor and the eighth cause of death around the world.
However, this situation could be prevented by drinking two glasses of red wine a day. Queensland Institute of Medical Research have determined that “women who reported an average consumption of around 25 g/day of alcohol –two standard drinks- had about half the risk of ovarian cancer compared with non-drinkers”. Even those who drink only one glass of wine a week can reduce about 20% this risk. (more…)
Generally, all wines have their optimum drinking temperature. To enjoy the different Frontera wines, it is recommended that red wines are consumed at a temperature about 18° C or 64°F, while the temperature of the whites must be lower, between 8° to 10° C (46° – 50° F), depending on the strain.
Therefore, when buying a white wine many people tend to keep it in the refrigerator to drink it as cold as possible. However, this belief is quite wrong, because if the bottle spends many days in the refrigerator the cork tends to harden, making difficult the task of corkage. It is very likely to break the cork by remove it in these conditions, taking the risk of spilling the wine. (more…)
The corkscrew is one of the most important accessories needed to enjoy a wine. Without it, to open a bottle would be a complex task. However, throughout history, different kinds of corkscrews have been developed. Some are more sophisticated than others, but all seek to simplify de corkage.
When choosing a corkscrew, it is important to consider that the spiral can’t be too shot or too sharp, as this increases the chances of breaking or deforming the cork. You should use one that minimizes the force needed to remove it. (more…)
To enjoy a good wine you have to start from the simplest: the corkage.
Open a bottle of wine is an act that always requires considerable care and delicacy. Be careful not to break the cork and left residues of it in the wine. So the first thing to do is put the bottle in an upright position and hold it firmly to prevent its movement.
Then, remove the capsule covering the cork with a foil cutter, which usually comes attached in some corkscrew or knife. If there is any kind of residue around the mouth of the bottle, it is important to remove it with a clean cloth. (more…)
More than 40,000 people have seen the Frontera Concha y Toro’s TV Ad on the Internet and the recurring comment has been “what a beautiful music.”
The music belongs to the renowned composers Miranda & Tobar, winners of several awards in film festivals such as Nantes (France), Huelva (Spain), Flandes (Belgium), who created it especially for Frontera.
We present you the making-of video of this beautiful tune that represents the essence of Frontera wines.
To enjoy all the qualities of a wine is important to know the optimum temperature to drink it and enjoy the special features that differentiate it from the rest. In general, it is recommended that the temperature of wine must never be below 43° F (6° C) or over 68° F (20° C), because you will not be able to feel its aroma, explains Gabriel Salas, sommelier of Concha y Toro.
In the case of Frontera, each of the strains has an optimum temperature for consumption, which can vary between one or two degrees without affecting the taste of the wine. (more…)
It is known that one of the classic pairings for white wines is seafood. While this statement is true, there are many other ways to combine this strain. Some of them are stews, omelets, salads and fruits, among other dishes.
Here are some ideas to achieve a perfect combination:
Frontera Chardonnay:
It is characterized for being a fruity wine of intense yellow color. On your palate you can distinguish a slight sweetness, making it an excellent choice for seasoned seafood like scallops and abalones, white-fleshed fish, chicken and turkey, quiches, salads with strong-flavored ingredients, vegetable soufflé, beef Carpaccio, guacamole and fruits such as apples and pears. (more…)
At home or a restaurant, an appetizer that never fails is a cheese table with a good wine. Most of the time, people decide only based on what’s on the menu, but do you know how to successfully pair this two elements?
According to a study of National Heart and Lung Institute of Imperial College London, moderate red wine consumption can combat chronic pulmonary diseases. Although it’s well known red wine gives multiples health benefits -thanks to it high amount of antioxidants, which also helps to keep a healthy heart- this study reveals this drink could fight some diseases like pulmonary emphysema, chronic bronchitis and even asthma, because of a red wine key component known as resveratrol, a phytoestrogen which also could have an anticancer preventive effect. 
Ovarian cancer affects a lot of women and it’s estimated that this disease is the sixth more usual tumor and the eighth cause of death around the world.
Generally, all wines have their optimum drinking temperature. To enjoy the different Frontera wines, it is recommended that red wines are consumed at a temperature about 18° C or 64°F, while the temperature of the whites must be lower, between 8° to 10° C (46° – 50° F), depending on the strain. 
The corkscrew is one of the most important accessories needed to enjoy a wine. Without it, to open a bottle would be a complex task. However, throughout history, different kinds of corkscrews have been developed. Some are more sophisticated than others, but all seek to simplify de corkage.
To enjoy a good wine you have to start from the simplest: the corkage.
To enjoy all the qualities of a wine is important to know the optimum temperature to drink it and enjoy the special features that differentiate it from the rest. In general, it is recommended that the temperature of wine must never be below 43° F (6° C) or over 68° F (20° C), because you will not be able to feel its aroma, explains Gabriel Salas, sommelier of Concha y Toro.
It is known that one of the classic pairings for white wines is seafood. While this statement is true, there are many other ways to combine this strain. Some of them are stews, omelets, salads and fruits, among other dishes.