Wine Archives

Wine for Beginners: An EASY Explanation of Different Wine Types

After reading through this guide, you should have a working knowledge of the different types of wine and enough vocabulary to set out and buy your first serious bottle. (And maybe impress your date ... [more]

The 10 Minute Guide to Port

You know what's more impressive than serving a date wine during dinner? Serving them a glass of port afterward. (And it tastes pretty damn good, too.) We'll teach you everything you need to get ... [more]

How to Order Wine at a Restaurant and Look Like You Know What You’re Doing

The day has come and the responsibility falls on your shoulders: The waiter asks the table if you'd like to start with wine and all eyes turn to you. We've got you covered.

Your First Fancy Pants New Year’s Champagne

This year, don't blow a bunch of money on Jack & Coke's. Spend the same amount but buy yourself, and some special company, a nice bottle of bubbly. We've got just the bottle.

A Guide to Wine Vintages

"Aged liked a fine wine," is a popular adage, but not all wine gets better with age, and the best wines aren't all old. No need to be embarrassed when you're drinking that fine bottle of 2009 vino, we... [more]

A Visual Guide to the Common Glasses of Wine, Spirits, Beer and Cocktails

This glass for this type of drink, that glass for something else: it can all be hard to keep track of. Check out our visual guide to the common types of glasses for wine, beer, spirits and cocktails.

How to Serve Wine

Whether you're sharing some wine with friends over a home-cooked meal or celebrating with a bottle of champagne with your girlfriend's parents, getting the details right not only allows everyone to ... [more]

How to Order Wine on a Date

Do you know what you're supposed to do when the server shows you the wine bottle at a restaurant? Or how to read a wine list? If you're like most guys, you probably don't, because no one ever teaches ... [more]

Learn About Wine: An Easy Explanation of Wine Types

After reading through this guide, you should have a working knowledge of the different types of wine and enough vocabulary to set out and buy your first serious bottle. (And maybe impress your ... [more]