5 Best Wines for Memorial Day Weekend

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Long weekends are the best, especially when there’s wine involved. Thankfully, there are wines to pair with your weekend plans no matter what they are. Wine comes in all styles, varietals, and flavors, giving you options whether you’re staying home or traveling far. And, with this list of 5 wines for Memorial Day weekend, you […]

The Healthiest Wines in the World

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A glass of wine a day keeps the doctor away, or so we like to tell ourselves. With all the discussion around how healthy wine is, our curiosities do wonder – what are the healthiest wines in the world? There are a lot of grapes out there that make wine. All of them are fruits, […]

Your Guide to Rosé Wine

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Oh, rosé. The official wine of the summertime, that knows just how to cool you off, whether you’re relaxing on a patio, boat, or rooftop. This style of wine has garnered a ton of notoriety for its pretty pink color and incredible ability to quench our thirst. While you may adore rosé, you may not […]

Fascinating Wine Grapes 101: Tannat

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There’s no doubt that French wine grapes are world-famous. Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot…and the list goes on. But, there’s one grape that isn’t as famous as the rest of its French family – that’s Tannat. Now, Tannat may be lesser-known, but that doesn’t make it a shy grape. It’s big, it’s bold, and it’s […]

Famous California Wines 101: Pinot Noir

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If wine were a celebrity then Pinot Noir would definitely be an A-list actor. This red wine has undoubtable global fame for a reason. The grape itself produces amazing wines, with a fascinating history and identity to match. It’s no wonder Pinot Noir has become a main grape in many global wine regions outside Pinot’s […]

Best Wines for Springtime

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Spring has sprung! Better weather coming our way means more excellent excuses to get outdoors and drink wine. To really savor the Spring, there’s nothing better than drinking wines that really match the season. The best wines for Springtime complement the ease of a Spring day – they’re light, refreshing, and just as welcoming as […]

Italian Grapes 101: Primitivo Grape

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In California, we have Zinfandel. In Italy, they have the Primitivo grape. Primitivo is a robust, early-ripening grape that hails from the region of Puglia, otherwise known as the ‘heel’ of Italy. This region boasts an ancient winemaking history, all beginning with the arrival of the Greeks nearly 3000 years ago. But, you may be […]

The Best Wines for Valentine’s Day

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February is the month of love. And, one of the best ways to celebrate love is with wine! This notion goes back as far as the ancient Greeks. Euripides, the famous Greek playwright, once said “Where there is no wine, there is no love.”  We couldn’t agree more. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, […]

Don’t Miss These Wine and Dessert Pairings

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When it comes to Valentine’s Day, it is hard not to celebrate with wine and dessert. The go-to is always wine and chocolate, which are no doubt divine. But, there are many other fabulous desserts out there that taste oh so delicious when enjoyed with just the right wine. Plus, as surprising as it is, […]

Best Winter Wines to Keep You Feeling Cozy

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With the holidays over and the chilly temperatures only getting chillier, there’s nothing like a glass of wine to warm your soul. You must be thinking – the best winter wines are all red, right? Wrong! There are plenty of wines out there to keep you feeling cozy that range from red to white to […]