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Bottle of rosé wine chilling in an ice bucket beside a pool with two glasses, sunglasses, and an open book on a sunny afternoon.
  • by Greg Martellotto

The Best Rosé Lives Under $35: How to Pick a Bottle Worth It

Rosé isn't just a summer accessory—and it doesn't need to cost $100 to be good....

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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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Cava sparkling wine being poured into glasses overlooking a vineyard estate in Spain during sunset
  • by Big Hammer Wines

Cava: The Spanish Sparkling Wine That Rivals Champagne

Think Cava is just cheap sparkling wine? Think again. Made using the same traditional method...

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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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Couple enjoying glasses of Chardonnay at an outdoor garden dinner table during golden hour with a wine bottle and appetizers nearby.
  • by Greg Martellotto

Chardonnay Day: The Story, the Styles, and Why May 24 Matters

Celebrate Chardonnay Day with the story that changed wine history forever. Discover how the 1976...

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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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Winemaker holding a glass of red wine in a barrel cellar, highlighting craftsmanship and hands-on winemaking
  • by Greg Martellotto

Why Blending Is Genius in Bordeaux and 'Cheap' Everywhere Else

Bordeaux didn’t invent better wine. It mastered the story. The same blending craft used in...

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Laptop with spreadsheet on desk next to red wine glass, map, and corkscrew overlooking vineyard landscape
  • by Greg Martellotto

Wine Trends 2026: What We’re Actually Seeing From the Buying Desk

Wine in 2026 isn’t about predictions — it’s about price reality. Tariffs are reshaping what’s...

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Chilled red wine bottle in marble cooler with glass of light red wine on table by window
  • by Greg Martellotto

Chillable Red Wines: The Complete Guide to Reds You Should Be Refrigerating

Chilled red wine isn’t a gimmick—it’s a smarter way to drink in warm weather. From...

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Brunello di Montalcino 2021 wine bottle with grapes overlooking Tuscan vineyards at sunset.
  • by Greg Martellotto

What Makes the 2021 Tuscany Vintage So Special? A Region-by-Region Breakdown

2021 Tuscany isn’t just a great vintage—it’s a generational benchmark. From powerful, age-worthy Brunellos to...

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Michel Rolland on a winery.
  • by Greg Martellotto

Michel Rolland’s Legacy: The Full Story Behind the Man Who Shaped Modern Wine

Michel Rolland didn’t just make wine—he reshaped it. From Bordeaux to Argentina, his influence touched...

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Person browsing an online wine shop on a tablet at home, comparing bottles and prices
  • by Greg Martellotto

Buying Wine Online: A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing Well

Buying wine online opens the door to small-production bottles you’ll never see in a supermarket...

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