Adventures in Wine

Wine Regions

Mar 25, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

EU Winemakers Heading for the Hills: Climate Change Rewrites the Wine Map

At Big Hammer Wines, we're committed to navigating these changes alongside you. Our upcoming selections...

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Travel Guides

Feb 28, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano: The Tuscan Wine That’s Redefining Excellence

If you’re a fan of Tuscan wine, you probably already know about Brunello di Montalcino...

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Wine Regions

Jan 20, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

How the Judgment of Paris Shook Up the Wine World

Let’s rewind the clock to 1976. The Judgment of Paris—no, it’s not a new reality...

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Terroir Tales

Dec 17, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

What is Port Wine? Learn More About Port Styles, History and What to Pair it With

Mysterious, underappreciated, timeworn. Let's pull the string to unravel the riddle of this stunning fortified...

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Travel Guides

Dec 03, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

Bordeaux Travel Guide 2024: Walking Tour in Bordeaux City - Local's Ultimate Food & Wine Insider Tips

Explore Bordeaux's best restaurants, wine bars, châteaux tours, and hidden gems. Local expert guide to...

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Travel Guides

Nov 23, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

A True Wine Insider’s Guide to Napa Valley: The Ultimate Guide to Napa Valley 2024

There are literally hundreds of wineries and restaurants to visit in Napa Valley. Here are...

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Terroir Tales

Oct 24, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

Wines of Croatia: A Taste of the Adriatic

If you're a frequent traveler to Europe and you haven't been to Croatia, it's time...

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Wine Regions

Jun 06, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

Italian Wine Ambassador’s Insider Notes on the 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Vintage

Every November herds of wine journalists and a handful of professionals make their pilgrimage to...

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Wine Regions

May 24, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

A Wine Lover’s Guide to the Bordeaux Wine Region

Bordeaux proudly wears the crown as France's wine capital, celebrated globally for its exceptional wines...

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Terroir Tales

May 01, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon: Oakville vs. Rutherford

Your browser does not support the audio element. There is no denying that Napa Valley...

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Terroir Tales

Apr 17, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

Barolo Brilliance: Unraveling the Mystique of Piedmont's Noble Nebbiolo

Understanding Barolo and Nebbiolo The complex, yet exciting wine history of Barolo dates back to...

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Terroir Tales

Apr 11, 2024
by Greg Martellotto

Bordeaux Beyond the Classics: Exploring Lesser-Known Appellations

Dive into the intriguing world of Bordeaux's hidden treasures beyond the classics, where tradition and...

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