http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos ClassicWines.com is about much more than just finding the best wines at the best prices. It’s also about learning what to drink in the first place, what foods to pair those wines with, and how to make the most out of each and every bottle. From our weekly columns that cover a wide range of wine-related and lifestyle topics, to news on featured wines and regions, ClassicWines.com is your entryway to the entire universe of wine. Copyright (c) 2008, ClassicWines.com, LLC http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/battle-of-the-big-reds-california-cabernet-showdown http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/battle-of-the-big-reds-california-cabernet-showdown When it comes to wine in California, Cabernet Sauvignon is the equivalent of the 2007 New England Patriots (nevermind that one loss.) California Cab enjoys a global reputation for excellence, and in today's episode, Brian Freedman puts them to the taste. Placed in a food and wine pairing...read more http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/lobster-flambe-and-the-versatility-of-cognac http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/lobster-flambe-and-the-versatility-of-cognac While food and wine pairings attempt to match flavor sets, cooking with wine instills the flavors of food and wine together. Cognac in particular is an extremely versatile wine that has developed a reputation for being great in the kitchen. In this episode of Classic Wines TV, host...read more http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/ordering-wine-on-a-date-bottle-dos-and-donts http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/ordering-wine-on-a-date-bottle-dos-and-donts Host Brian Freedman meets with Classic Wines Columnist Romany Reagan to discuss wines on the dating scene. Ordering wine on a date can be tricky business, especially as you try to make a good first impression. Certain bottles can lead to success, while others can lead to abysmal...read more http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/everything-you-want-to-know-about-charles-heidsieck-champagne http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/everything-you-want-to-know-about-charles-heidsieck-champagne Brian Freedman and Christian Holtzhausen (International House Communications Director of Charles Heidsieck) taste champagne in the beautiful Brasserie Cognac Restaurant. Watch as these two experts riff on champagne food and wine pairings, the history of Charles Heidsieck Champagne, and much more. The two bottles sampled today are...read more http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/cotes-du-rhone-wine-tasting-showdown http://www.classicwines.com/wine-videos/cotes-du-rhone-wine-tasting-showdown Brian Freedman pits two Cotes du Rhone against each other in wine competition. Cotes du Rhone, found in the Rhone region, is a very popular French wine. Can these two bottles hold up to a well established reputation, or will they fall flat? The wines tasted today are the ...read more