Paul, Author at Wine Rack Doctors Blog

7 Wine-Storage Basics You Need to Know | Wine Spectator

17/08/2022 By Paul

Wine lovers know that having a good knowledge of wines is only the first step towards complete enjoyment of this beverage. The other piece of the puzzle is the way we need to care for and store particular wines. There are ready solutions out there, but they may be out of average budgets. It is important to keep your win in a cool place, but the temperature should not be too low. Maintaining certain temperature that is constant is also critical and more important than any concerns over humidity.

Key Takeaways:

Make sure that your wine is kept in a room where the temperature is somewhere between 45 and 65 Fahrenheit.
Try to avoid any major temperature swings as this can cause expansion and contraction of the liquid inside, which could push the cork out.
Turn the lights off in your wine room so that the UV rays don’t age your wine.

“Don’t fret too much if your storage runs a couple degrees warmer, as long as you’re opening the bottles within a few years from their release.”

How? ?To? ?Store? ?and? ?Age? ?Your? ?Wines

17/04/2021 By Paul

There are many things that you can do to age your wine, and storing your wine is essential to that. First, make sure that you are keeping your wine cool, not cold. You want a consistent temperature that is not in a refrigerator unless you have a dedicated wine fridge. Next, make sure that you understand lighting plays a role in temperature, so you don’t want to place your wine next to a window. Finally, make sure that you age wine that is supposed to be wine, as they are all different.

Key Takeaways:

If you have some wine you want to save, it is important to try and treat it well.
Wine shouldn’t be kept in the kitchen where varying temperatures occur, same with lighting.
Keep in mind that the little ten dollar bottle of wine you have purchased is not something you want to age.

“If you’re serious about your wine collection and the aging process, then it’s even better to store the bottles in a dedicated wine refrigerator.”

The World’s First Electric Flying Race Car Is Getting Ready to Compete in Australia This Year

15/04/2021 By Paul

The first aircraft of its kind will be launching at some point this year. This will be the first flying car that is an aircraft but also has the appearance of a speed racer. The way it is operated will be by an experienced engineer on the ground that will be controlling it. There will be a forcefield around the vehicle that will allow for safer racing. Competition is what drives our progress forward to what it is not and what it will be.

Key Takeaways:

There is a new speed racer in Australia that will begin racing sometime this year.
This will be known as the worlds first flying car, and the first of its evolution.
The aircraft will be controlled by an experienced operator that is on the ground.

“Inside, the Mk3 is equipped with a 96 kW electric powertrain that gives a thrust-to-weight ratio above two to bolster acceleration.”

Six Things To Know About Vendée Globe

13/04/2021 By Paul

The Vendee globe race is one that you might not know much about, but in just a days worth of time, we will know this years winner. These sailors have survived some of the hardest days, because they are only able to sleep just a few hours before they have to set sail again. There have been accidents that have occurred with some of the boats where people needed to be pulled from the race. These sailors have some of the most up to date equipment on their boats to help them complete it.

Key Takeaways:

Three sailors are currently vying for first place and for the first time could come down to minutes.
The boats that are used this year each have a length of around 18 meters long.
The sailors only sleep just a few hours a day so they can keep up with the other boats.

“In each race, vessels are damaged beyond repair, often stranding sailors in the vast nowhere of the open ocean.”

Jackson Hole vs. Aspen: Which Is America’s Best Ski Destination?

11/04/2021 By Paul

There are two places where people who love the winter weather and skiing would love to go to. The Jackson hole ski resort wants to maintain its uniqueness by not being anything like their similar Aspen resort. There really isn’t much of a difference between the two but Jackson hole wants to remain unique. They even have a dress code that they enforce that consists of jeans and boots. Both places are somewhere that avid skiers would love to join.

Key Takeaways:

Jackson hole is somewhere you can go in the winter for a good time, but so is Aspen.
Jackson hole doesn’t want to become anything like their competition of Apsen.
There was a dress code observed that is strictly enforced of blue jeans and boots.

“The Hole, it seems, is desperate not to become Aspen, Colorado’s unapologetically ostentatious winter wonderland for one-percenters.”

This Pristine 1965 Shelby GT350 Is a Classic Car Collector’s Dream

09/04/2021 By Paul

You know the Mustang came to be around the sixties, and a specific Shelby model only had a certain amount of cars made. If you are able to find one in good condition today, then consider that luck. What made us want to remodel this Shelby was the fact that it was in pristine condition on the inside, and that they just aren’t made anymore. The word Shelby was still printed on it where it was originally placed.

Key Takeaways:

The mustang came to be in the 1960’s and it gained a lot of relevance right away.
The shelby mustang was only made for a short while so coming across one now would be rare.
We decided to put the work into one because the interior was in immaculate condition.

“After being used as a public-relations vehicle, it was sold by a SoCal dealership to a pair of brothers, one of whom used it to haul dirt bikes and damaged the idler arm during a road mishap.”

This Golden Superyacht Just Hit the Water

12/03/2021 By Paul

The exterior of Dynamiq’s superyacht, which was just launched a few weeks ago, is surely eye-catching. The hull is completely made of aluminum, and golden color of it is striking against any backdrop. The build took almost two years, and it did not stop during the pandemic. It is quite fast, with the no-stop range of 3,500 nautical miles, which enables her to be used on long cruises. The boat is undergoing sea tests, before it is officially available for charter cruises at a half-a-million dollars per week.

Key Takeaways:

The Stefania is 42 meters long, all-aluminum, and has a gold hull.
The yacht’s engines can reach 20 knots and cover 3,500 nautical miles at cruising speed.
The sundeck has a jacuzzi, two 75-inch TVs, and a bar, while the main deck features a pool.

“As you might expect, Dynamiq says she performs “at the top of her class.” Notably, she is equipped with the state-of-the-art technology, including the Hull Vane aft foil for fast planing over the waves and a unique torque compensation system by Rubber Design.”

United Airlines Just Invested $1 Billion in Our Air Taxi Future

10/03/2021 By Paul

Despite nuisances of long security lines, smaller airplane seats and crowded airplanes, most people still find getting to the airport the biggest issue in air travel. Depending on the location, it can be very inconvenient and inefficient, and environmentalists will point out that it is not environmentally friendly. United Airlines has just invested over a billion dollars in a start-up company that develops aircrafts with vertical landing and takeoff, powered by electrical aggregates. The goal is to have passengers come to the airport using these crafts as taxi vehicles.

Key Takeaways:

United Airlines is investing $1 billion in Archer Aviation, a developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
The eVTOLs will be capable of carrying passengers 60 miles on a charge and reaching speeds of 150 mph.
Archer is also merging with a special purpose acquisition company and being listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

“It could be a prescient move. Morgan Stanley predicts that the market for eVTOLs could reach $1.5 trillion in the next 20 years. If that prognostication bears out, early investors stand to be rewarded handsomely.”

A Pristine Pair of Air Jordan 1s Signed by Michael Jordan Could Be Yours for $1 Million

08/03/2021 By Paul

A new pair of sneakers have been listed on eBay with an asking price of one million dollars. The sneakers are an unworn pair of Air Jordan 1s signed by Michael Jordan. They are described as in pristine condition with the original retro design and classis Chicago Bulls colors. This is only the second autographed pair of this sneaker verified making it extremely rare. Similar to the shoes Jordan wore, these sneakers are different sizes with the left shoe a size 13 and the right shoe a size 13.5.

Key Takeaways:

The sneakers are being listed on eBay and come with a certificate of authenticity.
A nearly identical pair, but not in new condition, recently sold for $560K at auction.
The left shoe is size 13 and the right shoe is size 13.5.

“As for the current pair of Air Jordan’s on offer, the listing has had 651 views in the past hour as of writing, and it certainly seems as though the $1 million could be achieved. But, hey, if you don’t happen to have a cool mil on hand, you can always enter your own bid.”

The Porsche Taycan Turbo S Sets the Indoor Land Speed Record After Hitting 102.65 MPH

06/03/2021 By Paul

Ever since it was launched, Taycan was drawing interest of car enthusiasts. It’s turbo powered version packs plenty of punch, and now, it officially holds a record for the highest speed reached indoors. The venue where the record was achieved was in the convention center in New Orleans, where the vehicle’s speed topped 102 miles per hour. While this may not seem like an incredible achievement, it needs to be noted that you need not only enough space to reach the speed, but also plenty of room for safe deceleration to a stop.

Key Takeaways:

From day one, it’s been clear that the Porsche Taycan Turbo S is a powerful car. But now the German automaker’s electric sedan is also a Guinness World Record holder.
No, the marque’s 750 hp EV hasn’t managed to best the SSC Tuatara just yet, but it can now claim the title of world’s fastest indoor car.
It remains to be seen if the Taycan Turbo S’s record will hold up for another seven years. It will likely get plenty of competition.

“The 102.6 mph top speed easily bested the previous mark of 86.99 mph by more than 15 mph. And that record, which was set by Mikko Hirvonen, had stood for more than seven years. Keen and the Turbo S broke the record on the first try, after just a few practice attempts.”

The Oldest New Car in the US, a 2014 Lotus Evora, Finally Sold for $70,000

04/03/2021 By Paul

There are times when certain car models are not high sellers, and occasionally one of these cars would remain on the dealer lot for years. Such is the case with Lotus Evora sold last week, as the oldest new car in the United States. It is a 2014 model that was on the dealer’s lot in Connecticut. The buyer got a good $20,000 discount on the manufacturer’s retail suggested price. Although the original factory warranty expired, the car is in excellent condition, maintained by the general manager of the local dealership.

Key Takeaways:

Last week, a Lotus dealership in New London, Connecticut sold what is believed to have been the oldest new car in America.
The rear-wheel speedster isn’t the most imposing vehicle, but it has a pleasingly modern shape and is powered by a peppy 3.5-liter V6.
“Zombie cars,” or vehicles that continue to sell years after they are released, are actually a bit of a thing. Last month, Dodge revealed that it had sold four examples of the Dodge Viper in 2020.

“A big part of why the car lingered on the dealer’s lot for so long is because Plona refused to steeply discount the car earlier, something that set Secor Lotus apart from the brand’s other American dealerships. “It was a protest to some schemes of the pricing people had,” he told Car and Driver. “I think it’s an undervalued brand.””

Fun Date Ideas With Wine and Chocolate

02/03/2021 By Paul

If you are wondering what you can do for a fun night in, you can never go wrong with wine and chocolate. You can make it interesting by having chocolate fondue, and dipping fruits into it. You can also have a popcorn and movie night with your fondue. You can take it to the next level with a blind taste test with the wine and the chocolate and try to guess what it is that you are tasting.

Key Takeaways:

If you want to stay in and have run out of ideas, chocolate and wine can never be wrong.
using fondue, or having popcorn with your movie one night is a good way to have fun at home.
You can really spice things up by having a blind taste test with wine and chocolate.

“One of the easiest ways to spice things up is also one of the simplest: make fondue.”