August 03, 2017
How a Winged-Aphid Changed Wine Forever
Last weekend I went over to a friend’s house for a bonfire. A very Wisconsin thing to do, I know,...
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August 01, 2017
#Winesday: Drink Pink
Gone are the days of boxed White Zinfandel. Rosé is trending, and it’s here to stay! This vibrant vino is...
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Wine Inspiration
July 28, 2017
Dear Sangiovese, Don’t Ever Change.
Picture this: you’re sitting on the veranda of an Italian villa. A cool breeze is blowing off the Mediterranean Sea....
Wine 101
July 28, 2017
How to Chill Your 4 favorite Types of Wine
Now that we’ve sipped our way through the Fourth of July, it’s safe to say that summer is officially here....
Wine 101
July 27, 2017
Collecting Wine is a Paradox
I don’t understand wine collectors. For that matter, I don’t understand collecting anything consumable (I’m looking at you, guy paying...
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Wine Inspiration
July 20, 2017
Wine Labels: A Designer’s Process
We’ve all been there. You’re walking down the wine aisle, intimidated and not sure what to get. You may know...
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June 14, 2017
Summertime Red Wines
You’re on a patio, the temperature is somewhere north of 80, you have a grill, some meat, and a bunch...
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June 11, 2017
Red Blends: The Goldendoodles of Wine
We’ve all heard the expression “two heads are better than one.” Perfect pairings bring out the best in one another....
Wine 101
May 17, 2017
Interview with a Somm
It's no secret, the world of wine is equally confusing as it is captivating. We sat down with our Wine...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...