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you want to be part of a fun-loving community of wine fans
you really want to know and enjoy wine, but don’t want to over analyze
you want to find wines that punch above their price point
you want value whatever that means to you
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Recent Posts
Top 10 things you need to know to have a useful wine vocabulary
Basically, wine is a language all its own. Knowing some of the vocabulary is like learning how to ask for directions in a foreign country. It can be really helpful. Knowing the top 10 wine vocabulary terms will help you shop for delicious wines, avoid bad wines, and figure out what wines you like.
Two more insanely good value wines from Trader Joe’s and who recommended them
Come and learn about two fantastic wines from Trader Joe’s. Appreciate good advice at a wine store. If you can’t get that, follow my advice on how to be your own wine salesperson.
New Year’s June Wine Resolution for Learning 3 best ways how not be a lemming
Join the fun with New Year’s June Wine Resolution. It is 3 best ways not to be a wine drinking lemming. Don’t be a follower.
Happy Anniversary Celebration of the Judgment of Paris- Wine Edition
The Judgment of Paris of 1976 put California wines on the map when they beat the best wines of France. It opened up the whole world to great wines and winemaking. Celebrate the anniversary.
Seriously, Rosé wine is for everyone and not just for Mother’s Day!
Rosé wine is for everyone! It is not just for Mother’s Day! There are enough styles and prices for everyone to find a rosé they can enjoy! I offer advice on how to find a favorite.
The only one of its kind May New Year’s Resolution for fun with Spanish wine
Join the fun with a May New Year’s resolution to find joy and adventure with Spanish wines. Every month is a new opportunity to resolve to have fun and good times with wine.
Top 5 great value red wines that are not from Trader Joe’s
Read about 5 great value red wines that are not from Trader Joe’s. Choose a red from France or California or Italy and have fun.
April New Year’s Resolution is all about fun with Riesling Wine
Cheers to Riesling Wine! This is April’s New Years Resolution! It’s a monthly thing. Learn about and have fun with Riesling wine. It’s all about the Riesling.
Best guide to buying kosher wine when you really know nothing about it
Best guide to buying Kosher wine when you don’t know anything about it. There are loads of choices. No need to be intimidated. It tastes just like non Kosher wine. Know what to look for if buying for someone who keeps kosher.
How do I find the best red blend wines that aren’t Bordeaux?
There are so many delicious red blend wines around the world other than Bordeaux. Let’s discover how to find them.
First of its kind guide on how to love and appreciate wine irreverently
Add irreverence and fun to your wine drinking experience! Hats are not required.
The first of its kind March New Year’s Resolution for Wine
Best way to enjoy a glass of Beaujolais is in a vineyard.
The top 5 fun ways to celebrate Global Drink Wine Day!
Top 5 fun ways to Celebrate Global Drink Wine Day. It’s a real thing! Here are some great suggestions to make it friendly and fun.
Perfect choices for what wine to drink when everyone else is drinking beer
The best choices for wine when it is an informal fun event where the beer is flowing, and fine wine is not called for at all. Fun times call for fun wines. Second in a series of what wine instead of beer.
Here are the best New Year’s Resolutions for Wine for Dry January Followers
For Dry January followers. This is what you may have missed. Have a fun New Year’s resolution to find out whether you prefer Old World wine or New World wine. Wait, what? How is that fun? Finding out whether your favorite white wine comes from France or the United States can totally be fun.
The only one of its kind best February New Year’s Resolutions for Wine
February’s fun New Years Resolution for wine is to have more Champagne! Find a reason to celebrate any achievements. Have fun with it.
Two great choices to have with spicy food that aren’t beer
What wine should you have for a football watching party when everyone else is drinking beer? First in a series.
Best wine drink to start the party off right that’s not champagne!
Here’s the best wine drink that is not champagne to fill the container and start the party off right!
Top 5 best reasons to go to Santa Barbara Wine Country (city version)
Santa Barbara has beautiful beaches and tasting rooms and great food. So many reasons to visit.
Here are the absolutely best New Year’s Resolutions for Wine
Have a fun New Year’s resolution to find out whether you prefer Old World wine or New World wine. Wait, what? How is that fun? Finding out whether your favorite white wine comes from France or the United States can totally be fun.