
How and When to Use a Decanter
There's a certain level of mystery when it comes to decanting. What wines should be decanted? How do you successfully decant? Is it necessary?
Although it may seem like decanting first evolved in high-end restaurants, wine vessels date back…

6 Tips for Attending a Wine Tasting
"My only regret in life is that I did not drink more wine." — Ernest Hemingway
Life is all about enjoying unique experiences.
Whether you're creating a mini bucket list or are simply looking for a fun yet educational outing, a wine…

How Long Is a Wine Tasting?
Wine enthusiasts who live near or regularly vacation in wine country are likely familiar with a typical wine tasting experience. For everyone else, the process might be a bit of a mystery and can even seem intimidating. Is it like going to a…

The Best Things to Do in Temecula
Temecula is Southern California’s premier wine country, meaning its major appeal to visitors is in wonderful wine-tasting opportunities and gorgeous vineyard scenery. Located just 60 minutes from San Diego and 90 minutes from Los Angeles,…

4 Things to Look for in a Wine Tasting Event
Attending a wine tasting event can be a fun way to find your new favorite wine while making memories with friends or family. Fortunately, lots of wineries offer tasting events that might interest you. But which one is right for you? Here’s…

Wine Etiquette Tips
The world of wine isn’t quite as stuffy as many imagine it to be, but it’s always helpful to know the basics of wine etiquette. A few easy tips can make you feel more comfortable at wine tastings and other social events involving wine, and…

4 Wine Pairings That Make Spring Meals Pop
There are few things as vibrant as spring. Spring is the season of new beginnings — when farmers plant their seeds, fresh buds bloom, and the temperatures slowly rise. This time of the year is also significant in the culinary world. Depending…

How To Tell If a Wine Is Corked
If you look forward to opening a bottle of wine at the end of a long day like so many wine drinkers do, you’re probably expecting to smell the familiar fruity, floral or earthy aroma of your favorite wine. But every once in a while, that lovely…

6 Things to Look for in a Temecula Vineyard Tour
Just because you've been on one or two winery tours doesn't mean you've seen them all — not by a long shot.
Each region offers a unique environment and surrounding scenery. The same is true for each winery. Your experience at one vineyard…

6 Things to Do in Temecula for Couples
Temecula is known for its beautiful, mild Southern California weather and variety of wineries. That’s one reason why so many couples plan romantic getaways to this area. But as much as we recommend that you taste some local wine while you’re…