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Canned Wine: The Game-Changer in the Wine Biz!

Find Out How It's Rocked the Industry in the Past Decade!

Hey, guess what? You don't have to lug around those heavy wine bottles anymore when you're heading to a party or picnic. Nope, the wine world's got a cool new...

Synthetic Corks vs. Natural Corks: Which for Your Wine?

As you make your way down the aisles of wine, selecting that bottle which will elevate your meal or be saved for a special occasion, do you ever stop and think about the type of cork that seals this bottle? It may...

Exploring the SOMM Movies

For wine enthusiasts, the world of wine offers a rich backdrop for storytelling, with films that blend humor, drama, and a bit of vino appreciation. The SOMM movies are a series of documentaries that dive deep into...

How I Evaluate Wine Preservation Systems

As promiised, I am going to address my process for evaluating & testing Wine Preservation Systems. Several of you have asked what I do, how long I do it, and other details; so instead of sending loads of...