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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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Wine 101: The Basics
A cellar with six different wine bottles.
  • by Greg Martellotto

The Shape of Wine: How to Read a Bottle Like a Pro

Key Takeaways Bordeaux bottles (high shoulders) = bold, structured wines with dark fruit, firm tannins,...

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Wine 101: The Basics
Four wine glasses with different colors inside a cellar with oak barrels.
  • by Greg Martellotto

What Does Wine Color Tell You? A Visual Guide to Reading Your Glass

Before you smell or taste a wine, your eyes already tell a story. White wines...

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Wine 101: The Basics
How to Open a Wax-Sealed Wine Bottle (3 Easy Methods)
  • by Greg Martellotto

How to Open a Wax-Sealed Wine Bottle (3 Easy Methods)

Opening a wax-sealed wine bottle is easier than it looks. The simplest method is to...

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Wine 101: The Basics
Sulfur in Wine: What You Need to Know
  • by Greg Martellotto

Sulfur in Wine: What You Need to Know

Is Sulfur the Real Cause of Your Wine Headaches? Many people wonder if sulfur in...

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Wine 101: The Basics
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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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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