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Father's Day
Father’s Day Wine Gifts 2026: The Complete Guide to Bottles Dad Will Actually Open
  • by Greg Martellotto

Father’s Day Wine Gifts 2026: The Complete Guide to Bottles Dad Will Actually Open

The best Father’s Day wine gift isn’t the most expensive bottle — it’s the one...

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Orange wine cocktail served poolside with fresh citrus and summer fruit on a sunny afternoon
  • by Greg Martellotto

Summer Wine Cocktails: The Spritz Alternatives Worth Pouring This Year

Looking for refreshing summer wine cocktails? Learn how to make Aperol Spritzes, Hugo Spritzes, frosé,...

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Graduation
Graduation party wine selection featuring sparkling wine, white wine, rosé, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Pinot Noir for a summer celebration
  • by Greg Martellotto

How to Pick Wine for a Graduation Party: A June Celebration Buying Guide

Planning a graduation party this June? Learn how much wine to buy, the best wines...

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Bbq
Family and friends celebrating Memorial Day outdoors with wine, grilled food, American flags, and string lights during a backyard dinner party.
  • by Greg Martellotto

How to Pick the Best Wine for Memorial Day BBQ

Planning wine for a Memorial Day cookout is less about collecting bottles and more about...

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Woman enjoying a glass of rosé wine in a garden setting, perfect Mother’s Day wine gift moment
  • by Greg Martellotto

Mother's Day Gift Guide for Wine Moms

Finding the perfect Mother’s Day wine doesn’t have to be complicated. This guide breaks it...

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A woman and a man serving wine on a backyard during spring time.
  • by Greg Martellotto

Spring Awakening: The Best Spring Wines to Sip This Season

Spring is the season for wines that feel fresh, vibrant, and effortlessly food-friendly. Crisp whites...

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Beach, Please! The Hottest Summer Wines to Savor
  • by Greg Martellotto

Beach, Please! The Hottest Summer Wines to Savor

Summer is a time to unwind, relax, and enjoy the sun-kissed days with friends and...

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Uncork the Best Wine for the Fourth of July
  • by Greg Martellotto

Uncork the Best Wine for the Fourth of July

It's almost Independence Day! Time to fire up the grill, dust off the lawn chairs,...

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Top 12 Festive Wines to Pair with Your Holiday Feasts
  • by Greg Martellotto

Top 12 Festive Wines to Pair with Your Holiday Feasts

The holiday season is all about gathering, celebrating, and creating meaningful memories. From the joy...

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Toast to Labor Day: Must-Have Wines for Your Festive Gathering
  • by Greg Martellotto

Toast to Labor Day: Must-Have Wines for Your Festive Gathering

Labor Day is a meaningful occasion dedicated to honoring the contributions of workers and celebrating...

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Summer’s Last Hurrah: Top Wines to Celebrate the End of the Season
  • by Greg Martellotto

Summer’s Last Hurrah: Top Wines to Celebrate the End of the Season

As summer winds down, it's the perfect time to throw unforgettable gatherings with friends and...

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Happy Father`s Day Inage - Big Hammer Wines
  • by Greg Martellotto

Finding the Perfect Wine for the Best Dad

Father's Day is a special time to celebrate dads everywhere. Just like wine, dads come...

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Spring Wines: This is What We're Drinking This Season
  • by Greg Martellotto

Spring Wines: This is What We're Drinking This Season

As spring arrives, it's time to start thinking about the perfect wines to accompany the...

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Our Picks for the 2024 Oscars & Wine Night
  • by Greg Martellotto

Our Picks for the 2024 Oscars & Wine Night

Choosing the right wine pairings for Oscars Night is like selecting the perfect outfit for...

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Love in Every Bottle: Explore BHW's Top 6 Valentine's Day Wines
  • by Greg Martellotto

Love in Every Bottle: Explore BHW's Top 6 Valentine's Day Wines

As Valentine’s Day approaches, the air is thick with anticipation, and what better way to...

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Father’s Day Wine Gift Guide, Chosen by Wine Experts
  • by Greg Martellotto

Father’s Day Wine Gift Guide, Chosen by Wine Experts

Which one reminds you of your dad more? 1. He is a sophisticated collector, with...

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We Asked Our Wine Experts: What Bottles Are You Gifting for the Holidays
  • by Greg Martellotto

We Asked Our Wine Experts: What Bottles Are You Gifting for the Holidays

Everything about the Holidays should be holly and jolly, but sometimes, at least when it...

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New Year, New Wines, Selected by OUR Expert Sommeliers
  • by Greg Martellotto

New Year, New Wines, Selected by OUR Expert Sommeliers

The beginning of the year brings with it new opportunities, new purposes to fulfill, new...

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champagne big hammer wines
  • by Greg Martellotto

12 Perfect Sparkling Wines to Open on New Year's Eve

Sparkling wine is happiness in a glass, and while I truly advocate for sparkling to...

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Big Hammer Wines Oktoberfest
  • by Corinne Durocher

Who Says You Can’t Drink Wine At Oktoberfest? 12 Wine Substitutes for Your Favorite Fall Beer

Beer and wine are two of the most exciting beverages in the world! A glass of...

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12 Wines to Drink While Watching the U.S. Open
  • by Greg Martellotto

12 Wines to Drink While Watching the U.S. Open

Tennis is the world’s fourth most popular sport, and wine is the world’s second most...

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12 Must Have Wines to Try This Labor Day Weekend - Chosen by Big Hammer Wine Experts
  • by Greg Martellotto

12 Must Have Wines to Try This Labor Day Weekend - Chosen by Big Hammer Wine Experts

12 Must Have Wines to Try This Labor Day Weekend 2019 Greg Norman Estates Chardonnay...

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12 All-American Wines to Drink This Fourth of July, Curated by Big Hammer Wines, Wine Experts
  • by Greg Martellotto

12 All-American Wines to Drink This Fourth of July, Curated by Big Hammer Wines, Wine Experts

Heading to the fireworks? Hosting a BBQ? Lounging in a pool? However you plan to commemorate...

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White Christmas or Wine Christmas? Both Will be Better with Our “12 Wines of Christmas” Gift Guide
  • by Greg Martellotto

White Christmas or Wine Christmas? Both Will be Better with Our “12 Wines of Christmas” Gift Guide

Big Hammer Wines’s recent Instant Wine Cellar 2020 Gift Guide was a hit! So, we...

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