white wine

I am moving my blog from wordpress to blogger....i had it hosted thru Yahoo and couldn't figure out how to add pictures, and as my brother kept pointing out it needed them. So I moved all of my posts and amazingly uploaded pics in a snap!

While updating and posting I have decided to break into a bottle of wine, it's too hot here (Vegas is currently 63 and it's after midnight) for a heavy red, so I decided to go for the light, fruity white that I had.

I was able to pick it up at the local market, however, I had the opportunity to visit the winery when we were in Maui. It's a pineapple wine from the Tedeschi Vineyards high up a very windy road in the mountains but well worth the drive and the slight motion sickness upon arrival. Check out there website: http://www.mauiwine.com/

We all know that red wine has heart healthy benefits, but what about white? Does it have the same benefits or is it just for enjoyment when a heavy red won't due? Red wine has much higher levels of the polyphenols and resveratrol that benefit your heart by raising good cholesterol, lowering bad cholesterol, and preventing blood clots. However, studies show that white wine and beer may also have the benefits of boosting good cholesterol, reducing lung inflammation, and reducing the bacteria that can cause ulcers.

Personally I like to vary it up, maybe add some brandy and fruit to make sangria. However and whatever you choose to drink, do so in moderation. In this case, more alcohol does not produce more benefits. Stick to no more than 1 4-5 oz glass a day!