Do Wines Get Better with Age? (A Quick Guide!)

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Whether you’re perusing a wine shop or wine list at a restaurant, you may notice older bottles of wine, often accompanied by higher price points. It begs the question – do wines get better with age? If so, why? This question is an important one for any wine lover. Knowing if and why a bottle […]

The Best Winter Wines: Your Ultimate Guide

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Who said the winter is only for red wine? Whether you’re curling up by the fire, hosting a holiday gathering, or enjoying a quiet evening, there are all kinds of winter wines that will enhance the experience. To keep it simple, we’re breaking down the wines by grape type, making it easy to find your […]

8 Spooky Good Halloween Food and Wine Pairings

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Halloween isn’t just for candy and costumes—it’s the perfect excuse to drink some ghoulishly good wines. Whether you’re hosting a haunted dinner party or planning a night of eerie entertainment with friends, Halloween food and wine pairings will transform your spooky evening into a true monster ball. From rich reds that evoke blood-curdling mystery to […]

6 Essential Wine Storage Basics

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Wine storage may seem like something only for wine experts. But, that’s not true at all. In fact, it’s easy to understand wine storage basics so that you can successfully keep and age special bottles of wine. And, no you don’t need a fancy wine fridge at all. Know your wine The first, fundamental of […]

California Wine Harvest: An Epic Journey from Vine to Bottle

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California is synonymous with wine, producing about 85% of all U.S. wine and ranking as the world’s fourth-largest wine producer. The state’s diverse climates, terroirs, and innovative winemaking techniques have made it a hub for wine lovers globally. But have you ever wondered how the California wine harvest—the most critical time in a winery’s calendar […]

The Ultimate Summer Wine List

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There’s nothing like cooling off from the summer sun with a good glass of wine. A whole slew of wines fit the energy of summer and its weather. Summer wines are light, refreshing, and versatile – fitting with all those outdoor activities. So we are giving you a little help finding the perfect sunny wine […]

Famous Italian Grapes: Colorino

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Italy is overflowing with unique grape varieties, with something new to always learn. One of those rare special grapes is Colorino, which you definitely had before but just didn’t know it. One of the key components of producing a traditional Chianti Classico wine, Colorino has a fascinating history and identity. And, it even tastes fabulous […]

Exactly How Sweet is Sparkling Wine?

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We get one question in our Osteria and wine club all the time – How sweet is sparkling wine? There is a whole world of sparkling wines out there. From Cava to Prosecco to the iconic Champagne, we can’t get enough of bubbles, especially in a fun and fancy flute glass. Yet, when you head […]

7 Christmas Wines Kris Kringle Can’t Resist

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While Kris Kringle or Santa Claus is known for his milk and cookie preferences, we can only imagine that he needs a real good night cap after a long night of delivering gifts all around the world. With our expert beverage knowledge, we put together seven wine and liqueur ideas that would definitely please Santa […]

All About the Amador County Wine Region

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Have you ever heard of the Amador County wine region? Whether the answer is yes or no, it’s one to keep on your radar if you’re a lover of Zinfandel, California wineries, or wines in general! is located in the Sierra Nevada region central part of California. It’s about 45 miles southeast of the state […]