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Apr 23, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

Top 10 Portuguese Wines of 2024 Oporto Tasting & Judging

In February of this year I was invited to participate in an annual tasting with...

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Bordeaux Futures

Apr 16, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

2022 Bordeaux Vintage in Review

Here are some of the leading wine critics in their own words describing the 2022...

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Wine 101: The Basics

Apr 10, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

Why is There a Worm in my Tequila & Mezcal?

Curious about the real difference between Tequila and Mezcal? Discover their unique flavors, rich history,...

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Wine 101: The Basics

Apr 10, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

Antonio Galloni’s Five Key Characteristics to Evaluate a Vintage

1. A Long Growing Season A long growing season, defined as the period from bud...

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Wine 101: The Basics

Apr 03, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

The Breakfast Price Index: Where Morning Sustenance Costs More Than a Decent Bottle of Wine

From bitter Portuguese coffee to buttery Parisian croissants, this witty globetrotting breakfast tale unpacks global...

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Wine 101: The Basics

Apr 02, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

So, What is the Difference Between Barolo and Barbaresco?

If you had to think of the most famous wines in Italy, there’s no doubt...

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Mar 20, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

12 Eclectic Red Indigenous Varietals People Are Afraid to Try. But You Shouldn't Be

An Adventure in Wine: Travel the World Through Your Glass For the true wine lover,...

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Top Picks

Mar 14, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

Wine Trends 2025: The Wines You Need to Try This Year

The wine world is always evolving, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year...

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Wine 101: The Basics

Mar 13, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

BHW Discusses the 100pt Scoring System with Dr. Rusty Gaffney, The Prince of Pinot

Greg Martellotto Let's talk about wine criticism and bias in tasting blind, versus tasting with...

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Wine Tips & Trends

Mar 08, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

Celebrating International Women’s Day: Women in Business and Their Impact

International Women’s Day honors the social, economic, and political achievements of women worldwide. This day...

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Wine 101: The Basics

Mar 06, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

Spring Awakening: The Best Spring Wines to Sip This Season

Spring is just around the corner, bringing longer days, blooming flowers, and the return of...

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Wine 101: The Basics

Mar 01, 2025
by Greg Martellotto

Wine Speak Made Easy: A Simple Guide to Wine Terminology

Why Learn to Speak Like a Wine Geek? It isn’t necessary to enjoy the glass....

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