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A shot of mezcal with a worm inside of it.
  • 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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Hilltop village ringed by green vineyard hills under a blue sky
  • 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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Bordeaux Futures
Rows of vines on a rolling hillside above a meadow dotted with round hay bales
  • by Greg Martellotto

The 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Second Growth Chateau Explained

Second Growth Bordeaux, Explained by Big Hammer Wines Bordeaux en Primeur Purchasing Program Learn more at:...

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how alcohol is measured in wine
  • by Greg Martellotto

The Real Story About How Alcohol is Measured in Wine and Why it Matters

Alcohol levels in wine have been creeping up for years. The sweet spot for alcohol...

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shipping online in extreme weather
  • by Greg Martellotto

Authoritative Guide for Shipping Wine Online in Extreme Weather

Polar vortexes, 100-year floods, Cat 5 hurricanes, wild brushfires, high-intensity tornadoes, extended heat spikes. As...

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Bordeaux Futures
Riverfront buildings and a church spire reflected in a shallow water mirror, Bordeaux
  • by Greg Martellotto

The 5th Growth Bordeaux Futures explained by Wine Experts

The official Bordeaux Wine Classification of 1855 is divided into 5th Growths or crus in...

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