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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.

Wine 101
April 28, 2017

Stop and Smell the Rosé: Wine Tasting by Smell

Baking spices, black currant, and barnyards, oh my! There are hundreds of aroma compounds found in wine. Swirl your glass,...

Wine 101
April 26, 2017

#Winesday: The Wine Down Under

Australia: home to the Great Barrier Reef, the Sydney Opera House, and some of the most delicious wines in our...

Tips + Tricks
Wine 101
April 21, 2017

Seeing is Believing: Wine Tasting by Sight

A lot of clues about a wine are hidden in its appearance. Before you polish off your glass, follow these...

Wine 101
April 19, 2017

#Winesday: Basic Wine Etiquette for the Not-So-Basic Wine Lover

We’ve all been there. It doesn’t matter if you’re meeting the parents for the first time or having your close...

Tips + Tricks
Wine 101
April 12, 2017

#Winesday: How to Keep Your Wine Cool All Summer Long

There's nothing more refreshing than a cold glass of vino on a hot afternoon. If you find yourself reaching for...

Tips + Tricks
Wine 101
April 04, 2017

How to Pick Out a Sweet Wine

You’re either one of two people: craving something for your sweet tooth or looking to avoid making your numerous cavities...

Wine 101
January 20, 2016

How Winter Weather Affects Your Wine

It’s winter in the Midwest, and along with the obvious disadvantages (i.e. the icicle that formed underneath my nose this...

Wine 101

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