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The history surrounding the governmental regulation of wine labels in the US is a a fascinating one. The current federal agency that regulates the alcoholic beverage industry is the TTB. (Alchohol & Tobacco Tax & Trade Bureau.) Their regulations in regards to wine labels and the specifics of the items that appear on them are actually only about 30 years old. (In their current versions.) This includes the definition and use of AVAs. AVAs first came into existence in 1980. Though 56% of all the US AVAs are in California, you may be surprised to know that the very first AVA is actually in Missouri. The AVA of Augusta (in Missouri) was formally established in June of 1980. Number 2 on the list after it is the Napa Valley AVA which was established in 1981.

Since then in the years spanning from 1981 til 2007 over 180 additional AVAs were established across the country in 30 states. The current total is now at 196. If you are interested in seeing the complete list with date and full description details they can be found on the TTB's website at ttb.gov/wine and following the AVA link.

There are a number of factors that wine consumers use in making their purchasing decisions. One of those criteria is tied to the use of an appellation on the label. In particular in many cases the use of an AVA as their use though not specifically defined as a quality indicator is often seen as one. However as a result of the growth in the number of AVAs and their customers not necessarily being familiar with the "where" of all of them wineries have begun placing the county name directly below the AVA name on their labels. Doing so acts as a further geographic guide to the consumer viewing that label to whom for example "Horse Heaven Hills" has no meaning. (A southeastern Washington AVA)

Wineries want to do whatever they can to make their product stand out and have appeal for their audience. The wine label acts as the marquee for doing just that. The use of AVAs on labels holds strong appeal to wineries as can be seen in relation to the ongoing increase in their numbers. However until all of the newer AVA names become household terms to the masses of wine consumers the addition of the county name next to it may continue to be seen.

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I love wine and certainly drink my fair share of it, and you may as well. Then again, you may like wine but just not be sure which you like best. It can be easy to get confused when looking at hundreds or thousands of different types. How can you tell if you'll think a wine is good?

First of all, if you like it, it's good! It is a matter of personal taste. If you have a one you enjoy, write down the label information. Don't plan on remembering! Try the wine again and see if you enjoy it as much. Keep in mind how and when you have a wine can affect its enjoyment. There may be ones you love with food, but don't enjoy as much alone, and vice-versa.

Try wines similar to the ones you've found you enjoy. If there is an Australian Shiraz you enjoy, for example, try other ones too. Wine shops are also great as you can get advice from people that know wine well. They can often suggest new wines you may love based on previous wines you enjoy. You will not get this kind of advice at a supermarket for example, even if they have a wide variety.

Also experiment. Try different wines. One great way is to get some friends together and just open some different bottles to see what people like. This can be a formal wine tasting, or you just opening a few bottles whenever people get together.

Remember the golden rule: If you like it, it's good! You taste is in charge.

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Cooking with silicone provides an easy to store, easy to clean experience in the kitchen. This flexible material that is both heat and cold resistant has exploded in its number of applications for cooking, baking and kitchen preparation in the last several years. This article explores several of these new opportunities to expand your silicone collection.

In the utensils arena, newcomers have expanded the range of applications from more conventional tools such as spatulas, brushes and spoons to honeydew servers, spoon and fork holders, spoon rests, multi-function openers and bottle scrapers. Joining the more prolific pot handle holders are the silicone lemon squeezer, garlic peeler and cake decorating tools. Like other silicone products, these are available in a wide range of colors and shapes. Examples include spoon rests with a frog design and jar openers shaped like a penguin.

For egg preparation, silicone poachers are available in both handle and free floating style. Some free floating egg poachers are designed in fun shapes such as that of a hen or of a cracked egg. In addition, egg frying molds with small handles allow the host to create a perfectly round, heart shaped or even flowed shaped fried egg for their breakfast guests. These fried egg molds may likewise be used to create fun shapes for pancakes.

Some diverse silicone applications that you may or may not see in your local store include cup covers, tea infusers, wine bottle storage holders (a rectangular silicone tray with indentations for laying wine bottles), food ties, bag ties, ice cream molds, collapsible cups and even a turkey sling/lifter!

As you can see, only the imagination limits the possibilities for silicone in world or cooking and food preparation.

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In the spirit of comfortably decorating our homes, the ability to combine form with function goes a long way towards making our job much easier. And for those with smaller living environments, the inclusion of furniture that serves a dual function can be enormously helpful. For those who enjoy wine as a beverage and a hobby, the purchase of a wine rack table can display wine bottles beautifully and still function with the utmost efficiency.

Choosing a wine rack table depends largely on your personal style, space considerations, and budget. A smaller wine rack table can fit in a corner and hold several wine bottles underneath it, maximizing space and providing vertical storage. The flat top provides an extra space from which to serve drinks. For additional storage, choose a wine rack table that provides space for some stemware pieces and additional barware such as a bottle opener.

If you have a larger space with which to work, then a lower, wider wine rack table may serve a number of purposes. While providing more space for a greater number of bottles than its smaller counterpart, this particular wine rack table also offers a larger horizontal table top for serving and enjoying cocktails. A wine rack table of this variety may also offer drawer space for efficiently storing barware accessories.

Also be sure to consider the overall style of your home when choosing a wine rack table. Manufacturers offer designs of every variety - from contemporary and country to antique and eclectic. The materials of each wine rack table differ largely as well - from solid wood of every variety, to metal and wrought iron. Choose a wine rack table based on your needs as a wine enthusiast, as well as how the particular table will function within your room as piece of furniture and as a decorative item.

Begin your search for the perfect wine rack table by exploring local home improvement stores, furniture stores, and large retail outlets that display a variety of home goods. You will find a range of styles, sizes, and prices so do your homework before you purchase.

A beautiful wine rack table can add sophistication, organization, and functionality to your home, allowing you to display your wine with style.

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