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How to Discover Spain's Ribera Del Duero Wine Region

Spain's Ribera del Duero wine region is excellent but still relatively unknown. Here's a great, innovative way to discover it.

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3 Ways the Supreme Court’s Killing of the Chevron Doctrine May Affect Wine Consumers

Marla

Sep 3
5 min

3 Ways the Supreme Court’s Killing of the Chevron Doctrine May Affect Wine Consumers

Federal agencies just lost some power. Here are three ways the Supreme Court's killing of the Chevron Doctrine may affect wine consumers.

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Marla

Aug 27
4 min

Love Wine? Get Yourself to Priorat!

If you love high quality wine, get yourself to Priorat! This region in Spain is one of the best wine experiences. Here's what we learned.

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Move Over, Dry January: ‘Come Over October’ Aims to Use Wine to Bring Us Together

Marla

Aug 13
4 min

Move Over, Dry January: ‘Come Over October’ Aims to Use Wine to Bring Us Together

Tired of the recent bad press about wine? 'Come Over October' aims to use wine to bring us together. Here's what to look forward to.

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What’s the Best Way to Sample Portugal’s Alentejo Wine Region in a Day?

Marla

Aug 6
4 min

What’s the Best Way to Sample Portugal’s Alentejo Wine Region in a Day?

Portugal's Alentejo wine region is an easy jaunt from Lisbon. But what's the best way to sample it in a day? We'll tell you what we learned.

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Four Big Surprises About the Finger Lakes Wine Region

Marla

Jul 29
4 min

Four Big Surprises About the Finger Lakes Wine Region

How much do you really know about New York's Finger Lakes? Here are four big surprises about the Finger Lakes wine region.

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How to Choose a Wine Tour for Temecula Valley Wine Country and Three Great Wineries to Visit

Marla

Jul 18
4 min

How to Choose a Wine Tour for Temecula Valley Wine Country and Three Great Wineries to Visit

What's the best way to explore the trendy Temecula Valley wine region? Here's how to choose a wine tour and three great wineries to visit.

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Meet Stephanie Franklin, Founder and CEO of Wine Club Fly Wines

Marla

Jul 9
3 min

Meet Stephanie Franklin, Founder and CEO of Wine Club Fly Wines

Confused by the many third-party wine clubs out there? Learn what one entrepreneur is doing to make her wine club stand out from the pack.

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Portugal’s Dão Wine Region: A Great Find, Great Wine

Marla

Jun 27
4 min

Portugal’s Dão Wine Region: A Great Find, Great Wine

Some wine regions are hidden gems that deserve more attention. Learn about Portugal's Dão wine region: a great find, great wine.

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The Latest Wrinkle in Sex Discrimination: Paying Less for Wine Because it's Made by a Woman

Marla

Jun 20
4 min

The Latest Wrinkle in Sex Discrimination: Paying Less for Wine Because it's Made by a Woman

The latest wrinkle in sex discrimination - paying less for wine because it's made by a woman - is both significant and ironic. Here's why.

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How to Navigate the North Fork Wine Trail - and Three Wineries that Met the Mark

Marla

Jun 14
4 min

How to Navigate the North Fork Wine Trail - and Three Wineries that Met the Mark

Going to Long Island wine country takes planning. Learn how to navigate the North Fork Wine Trail - and three wineries that met the mark.

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How to Live Longer: Drink Like Your Sweetheart

Marla

May 29
3 min

How to Live Longer: Drink Like Your Sweetheart

Sometimes research reveals surprising information. A new study has found that to live longer, drink like your sweetheart. Learn why.

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New on the Horizon: Here Comes Unfizzy Vinho Verde

Marla

May 15
4 min

New on the Horizon: Here Comes Unfizzy Vinho Verde

Portugal's Vinho Verde is much more varied than that light, "green" wine you may know. New on the horizon: here comes unfizzy Vinho Verde.

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What a Great Day in Lisbon’s Setubal Wine Region!

Marla

May 7
4 min

What a Great Day in Lisbon’s Setubal Wine Region!

Visiting Lisbon is trendy, but you should venture beyond the city. Learn about what a great day we had in Lisbon's Setubal wine region!

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How to Maximize Your Wine Experience in the Douro Valley

Marla

Apr 20
5 min

How to Maximize Your Wine Experience in the Douro Valley

Not all wine tours are alike, and you don't want to be disappointed. Learn how to maximize your wine experience in the Douro Valley.

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4 More Tips to Make Your Travel Hassle-Free

Marla

Apr 5
5 min

4 More Tips to Make Your Travel Hassle-Free

Even experienced travelers can run into these unexpected road bumps. Here are four more tips to make your travel hassle-free.

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Don't Miss Out! Weigh in on the Wine Labeling Debate

Marla

Mar 21
3 min

Don't Miss Out! Weigh in on the Wine Labeling Debate

There's still time to influence what info should be shared about the wine you drink. Don't miss out! Weigh in on the wine labeling debate.

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4 Secrets to Getting the Most out of the Wine on a Cruise

Marla

Mar 8
3 min

4 Secrets to Getting the Most out of the Wine on a Cruise

These insider tips can really elevate your cruise experience. Learn four secrets to getting the most out of the wine on a cruise.

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How To Make Your Voice Heard Re What You Want on a Wine Label

Marla

Feb 22
4 min

How To Make Your Voice Heard Re What You Want on a Wine Label

The feds want your input on the info beverage producers should share. Here's how to make your voice heard re what you want on a wine label.

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7 Tips about Portugal that the Guidebooks May Not Tell You

Marla

Feb 7
4 min

7 Tips about Portugal that the Guidebooks May Not Tell You

Tourists often make assumptions or mistakes about Portugal. Learn these seven tips about Portugal that the guidebooks may not tell you.

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Three Great Winery Experiences in the Northern Rhone Valley

Marla

Jan 23
3 min

Three Great Winery Experiences in the Northern Rhone Valley

The Rhone is France's oldest wine region and really worth visiting. Here are three great winery experiences in the Northern Rhone Valley.

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Why the New Study on Caffeine, Alcohol, and Sleep Deserves a Second Look

Marla

Jan 2
4 min

Why the New Study on Caffeine, Alcohol, and Sleep Deserves a Second Look

We shouldn't downplay or misconstrue this health report. Here's why the new study on caffeine, alcohol, and sleep deserves a second look.

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Our Wonderful Day Trip to the Wineries of Beaujolais

Marla

Dec 26, 2023
3 min

Our Wonderful Day Trip to the Wineries of Beaujolais

France's Beaujolais region has much more to offer than Beaujolais Nouveau. Read about our wonderful day trip to the wineries of Beaujolais.

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5 New Digital Gifts for Your Favorite Wine Lover

Marla

Dec 9, 2023
3 min

5 New Digital Gifts for Your Favorite Wine Lover

More people than ever prefer to give and receive digital gifts. Here are five new digital gifts for your favorite wine lover.

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3 Nova Scotia Winery Experiences That Make a Great Day Trip

Marla

Nov 29, 2023
3 min

3 Nova Scotia Winery Experiences That Make a Great Day Trip

Planning a visit to Atlantic Canada? Here are three Nova Scotia winery experiences that make a great day trip!

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How NASA's Work to Make Wine Better May Also Improve the World

Marla

Nov 16, 2023
4 min

How NASA's Work to Make Wine Better May Also Improve the World

New technology can help fight disease in grape vines - and more. See how NASA's work to make wine better may also improve the world.

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6 Ways the New Public Health Anti-Alcohol Warnings May Affect Consumers

Marla

Nov 3, 2023
4 min

6 Ways the New Public Health Anti-Alcohol Warnings May Affect Consumers

Noticed the increase in alerts about the risks of alcohol? Here's how these new public health anti-alcohol warnings may affect consumers.

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4 Reasons Why You Should Visit the Wineries of Nova Scotia, Canada

Marla

Oct 12, 2023
3 min

4 Reasons Why You Should Visit the Wineries of Nova Scotia, Canada

Want a cool winery experience off the beaten track? Think Atlantic Canada! Here's why you should visit the wineries of Nova Scotia.

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5 Essential Tips to Know About Edinburgh That the Guidebooks May Not Tell You

Marla

Oct 5, 2023
3 min

5 Essential Tips to Know About Edinburgh That the Guidebooks May Not Tell You

Tourists often make mistakes when visiting Edinburgh. Here are five essential tips about Edinburgh that the guidebooks may not tell you.

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How to Map Out a Day Trip to the Wineries in Texas Hill Country

Marla

Sep 21, 2023
4 min

How to Map Out a Day Trip to the Wineries in Texas Hill Country

Into great wine and great BBQ? Take a look at Texas! Here's how to map out a day trip to the wineries in Texas Hill Country and sample both.

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3 Terrific Wine Experiences in Rioja Alavesa

Marla

Sep 8, 2023
3 min

3 Terrific Wine Experiences in Rioja Alavesa

Part of Spain's famed Rioja wine region is actually in Basque Country. We recommend these three terrific wine experiences in Rioja Alavesa.

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Visiting Jerez de la Frontera, the Birthplace of Sherry

Marla

Aug 23, 2023
4 min

Visiting Jerez de la Frontera, the Birthplace of Sherry

If you're in Southern Spain, take a side trip and try something a bit unique. Go to Jerez de la Frontera, the birthplace of sherry.

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Marla

Aug 8, 2023
3 min

3 Great Wineries in Rioja Alta

Looking for both excellent wine and fun wine tasting experiences? Consider Spain! Here are three great wineries in Rioja Alta.

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Why You Should Research What Causes Wineries Support Before You Buy

Marla

Jul 20, 2023
3 min

Why You Should Research What Causes Wineries Support Before You Buy

Wineries often endorse charitable and other causes. If you care how a winery might use your money, research what causes the winery supports.

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Should the U.S. Postal Service Be Able to Deliver Alcohol?

Marla

Jul 5, 2023
3 min

Should the U.S. Postal Service Be Able to Deliver Alcohol?

Should the law be changed to enable the Postal Service to deliver alcohol? Learn the pros and cons and how this change could impact you.

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Marla

Jun 28, 2023
4 min

3 Wonderful Wineries in Tuscany

Italy's Tuscany region has both great wines and a rich history. Here are three wonderful wineries in Tuscany we recommend you visit.

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3 Don’t-Miss Wineries in Graves and Sauternes, France

Marla

Jun 15, 2023
3 min

3 Don’t-Miss Wineries in Graves and Sauternes, France

If you're in Bordeaux, venture to this renowned but less visited wine region. Here are three don't-miss wineries in Graves and Sauternes.

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7 Changes to Expect in Your Wine Tasting Room Experience

Marla

Jun 8, 2023
4 min

7 Changes to Expect in Your Wine Tasting Room Experience

The latest report sheds light on what changes to expect in wine tasting rooms. There may be a few surprises in store.

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Exploring the Wine of the Hills of Bologna

Marla

May 30, 2023
3 min

Exploring the Wine of the Hills of Bologna

Emilia-Romagna's food is legendary, but its wine also deserves a shout out. Learn more about the wine of the hills of Bologna.

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How to Win Murphy-Goode Winery’s Charity Contest

Marla

May 18, 2023
4 min

How to Win Murphy-Goode Winery’s Charity Contest

This is a fantastic way to support your favorite cause - and earn a little something for yourself by doing so.

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6 Fantastic Travel Tools – From Your Junk Drawer

Marla

May 2, 2023
3 min

6 Fantastic Travel Tools – From Your Junk Drawer

Some of the best travel essentials are everyday items you already own. Check out these fantastic travel tools from your junk drawer!

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4 Lesser-Known Important Travel Tips You Should Know

Marla

Apr 27, 2023
4 min

4 Lesser-Known Important Travel Tips You Should Know

You want to get the most out of your travels. Here are four lesser-known important travel tips you should know.

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3 Great Wineries to Visit in Saint-Emilion, France

Marla

Apr 15, 2023
3 min

3 Great Wineries to Visit in Saint-Emilion, France

Considering a trip to Bordeaux's Right Bank? You should visit these great wineries in Saint-Emilion.

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Five Reasons Why You Should Visit a Local Food Market When Traveling

Marla

Apr 6, 2023
3 min

Five Reasons Why You Should Visit a Local Food Market When Traveling

Want to get more out of your next vacation? Go to a local food market when traveling. Here's why.

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3 Don’t-Miss Food Experiences in the Emilia-Romagna Countryside

Marla

Mar 30, 2023
3 min

3 Don’t-Miss Food Experiences in the Emilia-Romagna Countryside

The food experiences in Emilia-Romagna are incredible. Here's why you should venture into the countryside.

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Take Advantage of This New Chance to Learn More about Zinfandel!

Marla

Mar 16, 2023
3 min

Take Advantage of This New Chance to Learn More about Zinfandel!

A new campaign showcases Zinfandel. Here's a great way to learn more about this versatile varietal.

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Warning: Even Lower Amounts of Alcohol Before or During Pregnancy Can Change the Child’s Face

Marla

Mar 7, 2023
3 min

Warning: Even Lower Amounts of Alcohol Before or During Pregnancy Can Change the Child’s Face

New research has found that even lower amounts of alcohol before or during pregnancy can change the child's face. Read to learn more.

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4 Reasons Why You Should Embrace Box Wine

Marla

Feb 28, 2023
3 min

4 Reasons Why You Should Embrace Box Wine

Box wine is coming into its own and benefits consumers as well as the environment. Here are four reasons why you should embrace box wine.

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Meet Two Female Sommeliers Who Became Their Own Boss

Marla

Feb 21, 2023
3 min

Meet Two Female Sommeliers Who Became Their Own Boss

Being a woman in the wine industry is not always easy. Meet two entrepreneurial female sommeliers who became their own boss.

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9 Amazing Bordeaux Restaurant Experiences

Marla

Feb 14, 2023
5 min

9 Amazing Bordeaux Restaurant Experiences

Bordeaux is known for its wine, but it also has mouth-watering food. Learn about these amazing Bordeaux restaurant experiences.

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