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30 Monterey County Pinot Noir Wineries and Producers Ranked From Worth the Hype to the Most Overrated
June 3, 2026
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30 Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir Wineries Ranked From Worth the Hype to the Most Overrated
June 3, 2026
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30 Napa Valley Pinot Noir Wineries Ranked From Worth the Hype to the Most Overrated
June 3, 2026
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33 Sonoma County Pinot Noir Wineries Ranked From Worth the Hype to the Most Overrated
June 3, 2026
How Many Glasses In A Carafe Of Wine
Guide: Number of Glasses of Wine in Different Sizes Carafes
May 18, 2026
How to Properly Store Red Wine (Opened, Unopened, Best Ways)
May 18, 2026
What Wines Should You Decant
These Types of Wines Need to be Decanted & These No
May 18, 2026
Complete Guide to Storing Prosecco (Before & After Opening)
May 17, 2026
5 Best Wine Refrigerators for Aging Cheese: Cheese Caves
May 17, 2026
What Happens If You Put (Add) Water in Wine
Explained: What Happens If You Put (Add) Water in Wine
May 17, 2026
Why is My Wine Cooler Not Cooling?
Wine Cooler Not Cooling: 6 Common Reasons & How To Fix It
May 17, 2026
Can You Take Wine On A Plane?
GUIDE: Taking Wine On A Plane (Carry On & Checked Luggage)
May 17, 2026
What to Do with Old Unopened Wine
Disposing of Old Unopened Wine & Bottles (5 Proven Tips)
May 16, 2026
Why Is A Wine Bottle 750ml
Explanation Why A Wine Bottle Is 750ml in USA (& 700ml in Europe)
August 18, 2023
Do Wine Bottles Break Easily
Do Wine Bottles Break Easily? Complete Breakdown with Tips
August 13, 2023
Do You Need Different Glasses for Red and White Wine
Explained: Why Different Wine Glasses for Red & White Wine?
August 10, 2023
Which Wine Should Be Served At Room Temperature
Guide: These Wines Should Be Served At Room Temperature
July 2, 2023
Does Wine Ferment In The Bottle
Key Factors Why Wine (Can) Ferment In The Bottle
June 15, 2023
Does Wine Bottle Shape Matter
Guide: Why a Wine Bottle Shape Matters (7 Bottles Compared)
June 7, 2023
How to Store Chardonnay Wine
Chardonnay Storage: X Simple Hacks (Opened & Unopened)
June 3, 2023
Difference Between Expensive And Cheap Wines
Main Difference Between Expensive And Cheap Wines Explained
May 29, 2023
How Long Can You Keep Wine In A Carafe
Tested: How Long Can You Keep Wine In A Carafe
May 10, 2023
What Is The Metal Foil On Wine Bottles
Metal Foil On Wine Bottles: The Reason & How to Remove
May 8, 2023
Do Wine Grapes Contain Alcohol
Explained: Do Wine Grapes Contain Alcohol & How Much?
May 4, 2023
How Long To Decant Wine Before Serving and Drinking
How Long to Decant Wine? Practical Table Of Decanting Times
April 25, 2023
What Is The Difference Between A Fridge And A Wine Cooler
Crucial Differences Between Fridge & Wine Cooler Explained
April 3, 2023
Can You Freeze Wine or Will You Ruin It?
Facts & Myths: Can You Freeze Wine or Will You Ruin It?
April 1, 2023
What Is The Difference Between A Decanter And A Carafe
The Difference Between Wine Decanter & Carafe Explained
March 19, 2023
How to Unfreeze a Bottle of Wine
Safety Unfreezing a Bottle of Wine (2 Simple Proven Tips)
March 11, 2023
Can You Decant Wine In A Bottle
Can You Decant Wine In A Bottle? (Tips, Facts, & Warnings)
March 3, 2023
Popular Wine Storage Myths
True or False? 10 Popular Wine Storage Myths Debunked!
March 2, 2023
How to Decant Wine Without Decanter
Step-by-Step Guide on Decanting Wine Without Decanter
February 16, 2023
What Makes California Wines Unique
2 Reasons Why California Wines Are So Good & Unique!
February 4, 2023
Can You Put Wine Glasses in Dishwasher
Putting Wine Glasses in Dishwasher: Good or Bad Idea?
January 29, 2023
Why Should I Buy Stemless Wine Glasses
6 Reasons Why You Should Buy Stemless Wine Glasses
January 17, 2023
Is It Cheaper to Buy Wine at the Vineyard
Is Buying Wine at the Vineyard Cheaper? [Definitive Answer]
January 14, 2023
Can You Take Wine on Cruise Ships
Bringing Wine on a Cruise: Different Cruise Lines Compared
January 8, 2023
When Does Unopened Wine Go Bad
When & Why Does Unopened Wine Go Bad [Simple Explanation]
January 4, 2023
French vs. California Wines
French vs. California Wines: Key Differences & Similarities
December 4, 2022
Can You Drink Wine With A Cork In It?
Can You Drink Wine With A Cork In It? You Should Know This
December 1, 2022
What Wine Do They Drink in Spain
All About Spanish Wines by a Local (Taste, Varieties & More)
November 18, 2022
What Makes a Good Year for Wine?
What Makes a Good Year for Wine? Focus on These Indicators
November 14, 2022
Spanish Wines vs. Other Wines
Spanish Wines vs. Other Wines (French, Italian & More)
October 31, 2022
Why Wine Bottles Have a Dent in the Bottom
Simple Reasons Why Wine Bottles Have a Dent in the Bottom
October 20, 2022
Should Wine Glasses be Chilled
Should Wine Glasses Be Chilled Or Not? (Facts & Cautions)
October 9, 2022
How to Determine Good Wine
4 Crucial Factors That Determine Good Wine (Be Like A PRO)
October 9, 2022
What Does Fine Wine Mean and What Are The Classes Of Fine Wines?
7 Main Factors That Makes Wine a Fine Wine (with 9 Examples)
September 29, 2022
Which Wines Should be Served Cold?
These 19 Wines Should Be Served Cold & Here’s Why
September 26, 2022
Why Wrap Wine Bottles in Plastic Wrap
Explained: 2 Reasons Why Some Wine Bottles in Plastic Wrap
September 19, 2022
Why Is My Wine Fridge Ice Up
2 Reasons Why My Wine Fridge Is Ice Up (+ How to Fix It)
September 14, 2022
Why Are White Wines in Clear Bottles
Why Are White Wines in Clear Bottles (Simple Explanation)
September 4, 2022
Main Differences between Champagne and Sparkling Wine
Champagne vs. Sparkling Wine: Differences You Should Know
July 25, 2022
Estimated Costs to Repair Wine Fridge
Estimated Costs to Repair Wine Fridge: Most Common Problems
July 7, 2022
Best Way to Open Wax Sealed Wine Bottle 
Simple DIY Guide: Opening a Wax Sealed Bottle Properly
July 5, 2022
How to Store Lambrusco
Lambrusco Storage (Opened & Unopened): Simple How to Hacks
June 12, 2022
What Happens If You Mix Red And White Wine?
Simple Explanation: Mixing Red and White Wine [Tested]
June 4, 2022
How to Store Riesling
Riesling Storage: 5 Simple Hacks (Opened & Unopened)
May 18, 2022
How to Get Wine Cork Back in Bottle
DIY Guide: 5 Hacks on How to Get Wine Cork Back in Bottle
May 8, 2022
How to Control Humidity in Wine Fridge
Guide: Control Humidity in Wine Fridge (Increase & Reduce)
May 7, 2022
How to Get Rid of Wine Sediment
DIY Guide: How to Get Rid of Wine Sediment (3 Simple Hacks)
May 6, 2022
How Long Does A Wine Cork Last
How Long Does A Wine Cork Last: Different Wine Corks Tested
April 2, 2022
How to Know if Wine is Vegan
Step by Step Guide: How to Know if Wine is Vegan (List)
March 29, 2022
Why Are Most Wine Bottles Green?
4 Reasons Why Wine Bottles Are Green: You Will Be Surprised
March 19, 2022
Differences Between French & Italian Wine
Four Main Differences Between French & Italian Wine Explained
March 18, 2022
Can You Vacuum Seal Wine?
Can You Vacuum Seal Wine? Complete Guide with Explanation
March 13, 2022
Can Wine Turn Brown?
7 Common Reasons Why Your Wine Turns Brown & How to Fix It
March 7, 2022
How to Store Ice Wine
Storing Ice Wine (Opened & Unopened): Simple How to Hacks
February 21, 2022
How to Store Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc Storage: Simple Hacks (Opened and Unopened)
February 16, 2022
What does it mean when wine is buttery?
Buttery Wines Explained: What It Means & How It Tastes
January 31, 2022
Do wine glasses need stems?
Explained: Main Reasons Why Wine Glasses Have (Long) Stems
January 26, 2022
How to Store Cabernet Sauvignon (A Complete Storage Guide)
January 25, 2021
How to Best Store & Age Moscato (Unopened & Opened)
January 14, 2021
Is Wine an Acquired Taste? (How You Can Learn to Love Wine)
January 14, 2021
Wine & Sommelier Tipping Etiquette – Events, Dinners, etc.
November 22, 2020
Can Wine Bottles & Corks Be Recycled? Your Complete Guide
November 21, 2020
What if You Don’t Like Wine You Ordered? Ordering Etiquette
November 19, 2020
Can Wine Be Stored in Sunlight?
Complete White Wine Storage Guide: Wine Expert Weighs In
November 13, 2020
Are Cleanskin Wines Any Good? Better Than You Think
November 13, 2020
A Complete Storage Guide for Mulled & Spiced Wine
November 4, 2020
Complete Guide to Storing Syrah (Shiraz) Wine Properly
October 27, 2020
How to Store Dessert & Fortified Wines (A Complete Guide)
October 27, 2020
How to Properly Store Wine Without a Wine Refrigerator
October 24, 2020
How to Store Wine With a Cork (Natural & Synthetic Corks)
October 22, 2020
How to Store & Save Cooking Wines (Marsala, Madeira, Sherry)
October 12, 2020
The Cold Truth About Champagne Freezing: Is it Ruined?
October 5, 2020
How to Store & Serve Port Wine (Tawny, White, Rosé, & Ruby)
October 4, 2020
How to Store & Serve Zinfandel Wine (A Complete Guide)
September 29, 2020
Should You Store Wine in the Garage? (A Complete Guide)
September 27, 2020
Complete Guide: How to Store Rosé Wine (Storage & Serving)
September 24, 2020
7 Great Wine Storage Hacks for Small Apartment Spaces
September 23, 2020
How to Save Wine from Damaged, Crumbled, or Tainted Cork
September 19, 2020
How to Properly Store Sparkling Wine: A Helpful Guide
September 10, 2020
How Well Does Bordeaux Wine Age? Learn When to Drink It
September 4, 2020
Should Red Wine Be Served at Room Temperature? Truth Inside
September 1, 2020
Wine Tasting Etiquette: Should You Sip or Spit Wine?
September 1, 2020
How Much Wine Refrigerators Cost (55 Models Featured)
August 21, 2020
Does Wine Age in Barrels & in Bottles? A Wine Expert’s View
August 14, 2020
Can You Age Cheap Wine? Complete Guide to Aging Cheap Wine
July 28, 2020
Should Wine Be Stored in Dark? (How Light Affects Wine)
June 20, 2020
Best Small Wine Refrigerators for Apartments (Buyer’s Guide)
June 20, 2020
Morgan Winery winery or wine image
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30 Monterey County Pinot Noir Wineries and Producers Ranked From Worth the Hype to the Most Overrated

Monterey and the Santa Lucia Highlands can absolutely deliver serious Pinot. The trap is assuming every famous label, pretty tasting room, or supermarket bottle gives you the same mountain-cooled magic.…
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Posted by Prabha June 3, 2026
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Posted inWine Missteps

30 Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir Wineries Ranked From Worth the Hype to the Most Overrated

Santa Barbara County is legitimately one of America's great Pinot places, so this is not a cheap dunk list. It is a hype audit: which names still pour like they…
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Posted by Prabha June 3, 2026
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30 Napa Valley Pinot Noir Wineries Ranked From Worth the Hype to the Most Overrated

Napa is Cabernet country, so a Napa Pinot list is really a Carneros and cool-site reality check. These are ranked from the bottles I would still defend to the names…
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Posted by Prabha June 3, 2026
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33 Sonoma County Pinot Noir Wineries Ranked From Worth the Hype to the Most Overrated

Sonoma Pinot Noir can be beautiful, but the hype can get loud fast. This ranking starts with wineries I would still defend and slides toward the places where price, scarcity,…
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Posted by Prabha June 3, 2026
How Many Glasses In A Carafe Of Wine
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Guide: Number of Glasses of Wine in Different Sizes Carafes

During my travels, I  have dined in many small restaurants and cafes where a lunchtime set menu often includes a carafe of house wine. This made me wonder how many…
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Posted by Prabha May 18, 2026
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How to Properly Store Red Wine (Opened, Unopened, Best Ways)

Red wine is an excellent type of wine for collecting as well as keeping on hand for both cooking and drinking, but it’s essential to know how to store it…
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Posted by Prabha May 18, 2026
The Cold Truth About Champagne Freezing: Is it Ruined?
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The Cold Truth About Champagne Freezing: Is it Ruined?

We've all tried to chill our Champagne in the kitchen freezer and forget it until the next day. Many people are panicked that their prized bottle of bubbly may not…
Posted by Prabha October 5, 2020
How to Store & Serve Port Wine (Tawny, White, Rosé, & Ruby)
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How to Store & Serve Port Wine (Tawny, White, Rosé, & Ruby)

Port wines are beautiful wines that are loved by so many. If you want to enjoy ports, knowing how to properly store, age, and serve your port wines can seem…
Posted by Prabha October 4, 2020
How to Store & Serve Zinfandel Wine (A Complete Guide)
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How to Store & Serve Zinfandel Wine (A Complete Guide)

Zinfandel is growing in popularity and many new and experienced wine lovers are really starting to explore it. But storing zinfandel can seem like a tricky nut to crack. So…
Posted by Prabha September 29, 2020
Should You Store Wine in the Garage? (A Complete Guide)
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Should You Store Wine in the Garage? (A Complete Guide)

Wine drinkers often look to their garages as a safe place to store wine long-term. These out-of-the-way locations seem like viable locations, but are they really a good option if…
Posted by Prabha September 27, 2020
Complete Guide: How to Store Rosé Wine (Storage & Serving)
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Complete Guide: How to Store Rosé Wine (Storage & Serving)

Temperature, Humidity, & Bottle Orientation 55° F is the ideal storage temperature for rosé wine. If that is not achievable, wine stored within a range of 50-60° F should be…
Posted by Prabha September 24, 2020
7 Great Wine Storage Hacks for Small Apartment Spaces
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7 Great Wine Storage Hacks for Small Apartment Spaces

There are a few guidelines to follow for storing wine properly, but sometimes it can be tricky when we just don’t have as much space. Here are a few hacks…
Posted by Prabha September 23, 2020
How to Save Wine from Damaged, Crumbled, or Tainted Cork
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How to Save Wine from Damaged, Crumbled, or Tainted Cork

I really like screwtop wine stoppers, but there is something special about popping the cork out of a great wine. However, dealing with cork taint and damaged or crumbled corks…
Posted by Prabha September 19, 2020
How to Properly Store Sparkling Wine: A Helpful Guide
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How to Properly Store Sparkling Wine: A Helpful Guide

When it comes down to celebrating, there is no better way to do so than popping open a bottle of bubbly. Here are some pro tips and tricks on how…
Posted by Prabha September 10, 2020
How Well Does Bordeaux Wine Age? Learn When to Drink It
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How Well Does Bordeaux Wine Age? Learn When to Drink It

One of my favorite wines to drink is a nice Bordeaux but knowing how long to age it was a bit hazy to me. Some vintages are made with premium…
Posted by Prabha September 4, 2020
Should Red Wine Be Served at Room Temperature? Truth Inside
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Should Red Wine Be Served at Room Temperature? Truth Inside

Pouring a beautiful red into a glass is sure to get everyone's mouth-watering. But there are a ton of misconceptions around the best temperature to serve this category of wine.…
Posted by Prabha September 1, 2020

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