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Tylar Sutton

Though wine in a box has traditionally been viewed as poor quality, Bota Box Vineyard has taken up the challenge of revamping that reputation. Read more

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Duplin Winery

These sweet wines are made from the North Carolina-native muscadine grape that has surprising heart-health benefits despite its appeal to the sweet tooth. Read more

Sep 5, 2019 3:11 PM Flavor Blog

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Wines from the Southern Hemisphere are very popular right now. In particular, the Marlborough region of New Zealand has ideal climatic conditions for producing premium grapes. Read more

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Whether you’re hosting a family reunion, graduation party or outdoor wedding, sangria is the universal libation you’re looking for. Read more

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Yes, You Can

A recent form of wine packaging to lose its bad rep and fill wine retailers' shelves is the can. Sip your favorite wine at the beach, by the pool or wherever you like to relax with these eye-catching cans. Read more

May 28, 2019 12:41 PM Flavor Blog

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It wasn’t too long ago that the majority of rose wines came only from the Provence region of France. Read more

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Mercer Family Vineyards

Vineyards that go back eight generations seem to be European, most likely French or Italian. Yet this American winery has generational roots — not in California but in the Horse Heaven Hills grape-growing region of Washington state. Read more

Apr 25, 2019 1:08 PM Flavor Blog

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Montes Winery

With influences from the Andes Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the grapes Montes cultivates in the Apalta Valley around Santa Cruz are recognized to be of extraordinary quality. Read more

Apr 22, 2019 2:58 PM Flavor Blog

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To start out the New Year, we’d like to introduce you to a brand of wine that has risen not only in popularity but also in reputation over the past two decades. Read more

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Fall into the vibrant taste of these harvest-time wines. Read more

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Logan Lutton

What wines go well with cookouts that happen regularly during the summer months when we tend to eat lighter foods like white meat, seafood and salads? Read more

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One-Tank Sips

Try these regional wineries for a close-to-hometrip that tastes like a European vacation. Read more

Jul 11, 2018 12:29 PM Flavor Blog

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Starting out as farmers growing peaches, almonds and wine grapes in the great farming region of Northern California, Ron McManis fell in love with grape growing and has spent the last 40-plus years perfecting his craft. Read more

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Kate Zucco

Lighten up this spring with these red wines

Transition into spring with these softer red varietals. Read more

Apr 25, 2018 2:51 PM Flavor Blog

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Kate Zucco

Smart Sip

From bourbon barrels to aluminum cans, these wines entwine consumer data with the grape. Read more

Mar 12, 2018 11:59 AM Flavor Blog

Slow Press Wines

Slow Press wines are getting recognized by wine industry judges, though they’ve been in the market for just a short time. These wines have won big with 90-plus scores for the highly-regarded Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Read more

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90+ Cellars searches the globe for great wines from highly rated wineries and vineyards. After tasting hundreds of wines, the 90+ Cellar’s team selects only the best. Read more

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Buttery Chardonnays

Chardonnay is the most widely planted white wine grape in California and has been the top-selling varietal for many years. Read more

Aug 9, 2017 3:10 PM Flavor Blog

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There have been 11 generations of Latour ownership, with seven generations bearing the prénom Louis. Read more

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The Color of Wine

Red Truck Wines. Sonoma, California. No matter what your preference is—white wine, red wine, or anything in between—color plays a big part. Read more

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Logan Lutton

What wines go well with cookouts that happen regularly during the summer months when we tend to eat lighter foods like white meat, seafood and salads? Read more

Food & Dining

Slow Press Wines

Slow Press wines are getting recognized by wine industry judges, though they’ve been in the market for just a short time. These wines have won big with 90-plus scores for the highly-regarded Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Read more

Food & Dining

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90+ Cellars searches the globe for great wines from highly rated wineries and vineyards. After tasting hundreds of wines, the 90+ Cellar’s team selects only the best. Read more

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Graham Smith

Ferrari-Carano Vineyards

Since 1985, Don and Rhonda Carano have been making wine with a commitment to enhancing the pleasures of gracious entertaining. Read more

Jul 28, 2017 4:10 PM Flavor Blog

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So what does wine have to do with the Founding Fathers and American History? Read more

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    Kate Zucco

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