October 29, 2021
Have You Ever Visited a Vineyard?
There are some experiences that are simply irreplaceable when it comes to wine. We asked our Bright Cellars’ community, “Have...
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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.
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Hosting Tips
Wine Inspiration
October 28, 2021
Don’t Forget the Wine: A Holiday Hosting Checklist
Are you hosting for the holidays? Check out our holiday hosting checklist focused on, you guessed it, wine!
Pairing Tips
Wine Inspiration
October 21, 2021
How to Pair Wine With Your Fall Charcuterie Board
Get creative for your next fall get together! Here are our recommendations for pairing wine with your next fall charcuterie...
Pairing Tips
Wine Inspiration
October 19, 2021
5 Apple Dessert and Wine Pairings Perfect for Fall
Move over pumpkin, it's apple's time to shine! These 5 fall apple desserts and wine pairings are perfect for celebrating...
Wine Cocktails
Wine Inspiration
October 15, 2021
How to Make Mulled Wine (And Other Fall Cocktails)
There’s just something special about a homemade fall wine cocktail. Here's how to make mulled wine (and other fall cocktails!)
Pairing Tips
Wine Inspiration
October 14, 2021
Pairing Wine With Halloween Candy: The Ultimate Guide
Sometimes you have to treat yourself! These 12 Halloween candy and wine pairings are perfect for ending spooky season and...
Hosting Tips
Wine Inspiration
October 06, 2021
The Best Book Club Wine Based on What You’re Reading
Whether you're hosting a monthly book club or curling up with a good fall read, we're sharing the best book...
Wine Inspiration
September 23, 2021
Our 5 Favorite Wine Podcasts
Have you binged every show there is by now? Mix it up with these 5 wine podcasts that are perfect...
Wine Inspiration
September 23, 2021
Do You Smell Your Wine Before You Sip?
Everyone has their own ritual when it comes to pouring themselves a glass. Perhaps you give it a good swirl...
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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...