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Wine
101:
The
Basics
- by Greg Martellotto
How Long Does Wine Last After Opening? Why the 3-to-5-Day Rule Is Wrong
Most wine lasts about 24 hours after opening, not 3 to 5 days. Here's how...
Wine
101:
The
Basics
- by Greg Martellotto
The Wine That Named a Supermodel: Margaux Hemingway and Chateau Margaux
Margaux Hemingway was named for the Chateau Margaux her parents drank. The story, plus what...
One-take-wine-pitch
- by Greg Martellotto
Why Screaming Eagle Costs $3,000: The Price Is Set After the Wine Leaves Napa
Screaming Eagle launched at $75 a bottle. A 57-acre Oakville vineyard, a 99-point review and...
One-take-wine-pitch
- by Greg Martellotto
Wine Isn't Dying. Americans Are Drinking Less and Buying Better
Americans are drinking less, but wine isn't dying. The losses sit in bottles under $12,...
Red
Wine
- by Greg Martellotto
7 Grape Varieties to Try If You Love Cabernet Sauvignon
Love Cabernet Sauvignon but ready to branch out? Discover seven red grape varieties that deliver...
Wine
101:
The
Basics
- by Greg Martellotto
Decanting vs. Aerating: Does It Actually Make a Difference?
Decanting and aerating can transform young, tannic reds like Cabernet, Barolo, and Bordeaux—but they can...
Wine
101:
The
Basics
- by Greg Martellotto
Climate shapes every bottle long before the winemaker steps into the cellar. Learn how grapes...
Red
Wine
- by Greg Martellotto
What exactly is wine, and how does grape juice become the bottle in your glass?...