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Welcome to Glass Half Full, the official blog of Bright Cellars and your one-stop-shop for becoming a more confident wine drinker.

Spotlight
February 01, 2021

7 Black-Owned Wineries You Should Know

People of color – and women of color in particular – have long been underrepresented in the wine industry. We're...

Spotlight
January 20, 2021

Brand Spotlight: Indulu Pinotage

Explore Bright Cellars' Indulu Pinotage from South Africa. This red wine has flavor notes of blackberry, plum, and campfire smoke.

Spotlight
January 06, 2021

NEW WINE ALERT: Jumble Sale Riesling

We're excited to announce the newest addition to our collection of sweet wines, the Jumble Sale Riesling. This wine is...

Spotlight
December 30, 2020

New Wine Alert: Crypsis Petite Sirah

The Bright Cellars' Crypsis Petite Sirah is a rare red wine with flavor notes of plum, raspberry, black pepper, and...

Spotlight
December 23, 2020

New Wine Alert: Tetrachroma Pinot Noir

We're excited to announce our newest wine – Bright Cellars' Tetrachroma Pinot Noir! This light-medium body red hails from Monterey...

Spotlight
December 09, 2020

Bright Cellars' Aromica Sparkling Rosé and Red

We're excited to announce Bright Cellars' new Sparkling Rosé and Red! These new sparkling wines are opulent and shimmer with...

Spotlight
December 02, 2020

New Wine Alert: Petal Press Rosé Columbia Valley

The Bright Cellars' Petal Press Rosé from Columbia Valley features flavor notes of zesty lemon, green apple, and strawberry.

Spotlight
November 09, 2020

NEW WINE ALERT: Worst Evils Zinfandel

There is an evil within all of us. Bright Cellars' Worst Evils Zinfandel is a jammy red wine with smoky...

Spotlight
November 09, 2020

New Wine Alert: Bright Cellars' Aromatic Sparkling Wine

It's finally here! We’re ecstatic to announce Bright Cellars' first sparkling wine selection! These aromatic sparkling wines are perfect for...

Wine 101

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Wine 101
May 11, 2022

From the Judge's Corner: Wine Competitions Explained

Our own Julie Albin recently judged two wine competitions in London – the International Wine Challenge and Decanter World Wine...

Wine 101
May 02, 2022

What’s the Deal with Chilling Red Wine?

Should red wines be chilled? The short answer: yes, but don’t go tossing any red wine in your fridge. Here...

Wine 101
April 14, 2022

7 Things to Know About Malbec Wine

You know about the ever-popular Cabernet Sauvignon, and you probably know a thing or two about Merlot. It’s time we...

Wine 101
Wine Facts
April 07, 2022

What Is a Red Blend Wine?

What is a red blend wine and why do winemakers blend wines? We're explaining the magical process that is blending...

Wine 101
March 16, 2022

A Beginner’s Guide to Different Types of White Wine

Not sure where to start with white wine? Here are the most common types of white wines you'll see at...

Wine 101
Wine Facts
February 09, 2022

How to Talk About Wine: Wine Terms to Know

From tannin to terroir, here's how to talk about wine and the top wine terms to know for your next...

Wine 101
January 27, 2022

What Are Wine Sulfites & Which Wines Are Low Sulfite Wines?

Sulfites get a bad rap in the wine world, but the truth is, they’re essential to the winemaking process. So,...

Wine 101
January 21, 2022

What is Wine Sediment and How Does It Get In My Glass?

In your wine lifetime, you may have experienced wine sediment - traces of the winemaking process left in wine that...

Wine 101
January 14, 2022

Can Wine Freeze? 3 Hacks for Frozen Wine

We know hard alcohol can’t freeze, but can wine freeze? Here's the explanation you've been waiting for and a few...

Wine 101
January 12, 2022

Red Wine vs White Wine: What’s The Difference?

We're sharing the fundamental differences of red wine vs. white wine, plus how you should serve both types of wine.

Wine 101
December 31, 2021

Sparkling Wine VS Champagne: What’s the Difference?

As we ring in the New Year, it’s important to address this surprisingly common question - what is the difference...

Wine 101
November 29, 2021

Winter Wine: The Best Winter Reds

There’s nothing like cozying up next to a fire with a glass of winter wine in hand. Here are the...

Wine 101
November 12, 2021

How to Open a Bottle of Wine

Grab your corkscrew and your favorite Bright Cellars wine - we're teaching you how to open a bottle of wine...

Wine 101
November 04, 2021

How to Read a Wine Label

Deciphering wine labels can be downright confusing. Today we're teaching you how to read a wine label in four easy...

Tips + Tricks
Wine 101
October 29, 2021

How to Taste Wine

How to Taste Wine in 3 Easy Steps https://youtu.be/yZiVhcLNCto Anyone can drink wine, but tastin’ wine ain’t easy. In order...

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