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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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Wine 101: The Basics
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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Wine 101: The Basics
Master Wine Tasting with BLIC Method - Balance, Length, Intensity, and Complexity Explained
  • by Greg Martellotto

Master Wine Tasting with BLIC Method - Balance, Length, Intensity, and Complexity Explained

Discover BLIC—the secret wine evaluation method used by professionals for over 20 years. Learn how...

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Podcast
Why is There a Worm in my Tequila & Mezcal?
  • 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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Top Picks
Top 12 White Wines to Buy at BHW Now
  • by Greg Martellotto

Top 12 White Wines to Buy at BHW Now

One of the most common things I hear from red wine lovers is, "I like...

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Wine 101: The Basics
Mother's Day Gift Guide for Wine Moms
  • by Greg Martellotto

Mother's Day Gift Guide for Wine Moms

As Mother's Day approaches, many of us are trying to find the perfect gift to...

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Wine 101: The Basics
Antonio Galloni’s Five Key Characteristics to Evaluate a Vintage
  • 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
The Breakfast Price Index: Where Morning Sustenance Costs More Than a Decent Bottle of Wine
  • 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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Podcast
So, What is the Difference Between Barolo and Barbaresco?
  • 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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Wine 101: The Basics
BHW Discusses the 100pt Scoring System with Dr. Rusty Gaffney, The Prince of Pinot
  • 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 101: The Basics
Spring Awakening: The Best Spring Wines to Sip This Season
  • 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
Wine Speak Made Easy: A Simple Guide to Wine Terminology
  • 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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