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A COLLECTION OF THOUGHTS, TIPS & INFO

My philosophy is good wine doesn't have to be expensive. But finding these gems from lesser known regions or varietals can be incredibly overwhelming. How do you know what to pick? With my personal wine shopping service, I try to find these gems for you & make wine buying easy. But if you're interested in wine geek stuff or want some tips to shop on your own, check out the articles below.

Jun 27

2 Ways to Spend Less on Wine for a Party

Buying too much wine (or alcohol in general) is usually the reason why you end up spending more money than you wanted to for your party....

Jun 14

How to Pick a Good Cab

Wines made from cabernet sauvignon are everywhere but there are significant differences between what cabernet is supposed to be and...

Apr 11

A Simplified Way to Approach Food and Wine Pairing

Wine is great on its own but it’s even better with food. A properly paired food and wine combo can result in a superb sensory experience....

Mar 22

Wine Labels - Deciphering 6 Common Healthy/Eco-Friendly Terms

Wine labels used to be quite simple - just the producer, the wine name (if any), the appellation, sometimes the vineyard and maybe a...

Mar 21

What is 'Structure' in Wine?

Ever hear someone say that a wine has “good structure” and wonder what they were talking about? Seems strange but actually, it is quite...

Feb 7

What Pairs With Love?

Wine is one of those magical things that brings people together, which makes it perfect for special occasions such as Valentine’s Day. If...

Aug 2, 2021

4 Wine Etiquette Tips for Your Next Restaurant Visit

Have you ever had a waiter at a restaurant or someone else at your table fill your wine glass to the rim? Even though you will probably...

Jul 27, 2021

Is There Such A Thing As Sulfite-Free Wine?

The short answer is no. Every wine contains sulfites. There is no way to avoid the presence of sulfites because sulfur dioxide (the...

Jul 19, 2021

3 Ways to Drink Better Wine & Spend Less Money

Do you think it’s possible to spend $15-$30 on a bottle of wine & still drink high quality wine? I usually get the raised eyebrow look...

Jul 12, 2021

Chile: The Affordable Alternative to California Wine

It may sound strange but Chile represents an affordable alternative to California as a fine wine region. Consider this. The two areas...

May 1, 2021

Sip Sip Hooray! Bubbly Every Day!

Are you someone who believes bubbly is just for special occasions? Many people think of sparkling wine as a celebratory drink to be...

Mar 10, 2021

Wine Pairing Ideas for Your Easter Meal

Pairing wine with food can seem like an overwhelming task but when it comes to a special holiday meal such as Easter, it can be downright...

Jan 23, 2021

What Is Your Wine Style - Modern or Traditional?

How would you describe you palate? Broadly speaking, most wines can be divided into two major groups – modern style & traditional style....

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The Blog

A COLLECTION OF THOUGHTS, TIPS & INFO