September 11, 2017
TBH, v. excited about these v. important Italian abbrevs.
(Translation: To be honest, very excited about these very important Italian abbreviations) If you can interpret this headline, you must...
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Wine 101
Wine 101
September 06, 2017
Grigio vs. Gris: Do you (pi)know the difference?
Similar but not the same, two wines from one grape with a changing name. Pinot Gris and Pinot Grigio come...
Wine 101
August 31, 2017
Let's Meet Lillet
Lillet (pronounced li'le) is a wine-based apertif from France. Consider it the French pre-game to a nice meal. Lillet was...
Wine 101
August 31, 2017
Interview with a Concierge
Welcome to the wonderful world of wine concierges. It’s a magical world, where everything revolves around helping people find the...
Wine 101
August 25, 2017
The Battle of the Wine Stoppers
It’s like they always say: “it’s what’s on the inside that counts.” While the debate has gone on for ages,...
Wine 101
August 22, 2017
A Toast to Toasting: Cheersing Around the World
A Toast to Toasting: Cheersing Around the World While the exact origin of toasting is highly debated (some say it...
Wine 101
August 18, 2017
I've Got Your (Mal)bec
True story: On my first day of work, we had a team blind tasting competition. (Don't worry, I work for...
Wine 101
August 14, 2017
Intro to Italian Wines
Ahhh, Italy. Does anything get better than the sweet aromas of fresh bread, the rolling hills of Tuscany and the...
Wine 101
August 03, 2017
Why Does Rosé Taste So Damn Good?
As I slid into the booth at my favorite Milwaukee restaurant, I snatched up the wine menu. Scanning the list...
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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...