Wine Etiquette 101: A Few Helpful Tips

7/31/2014 - Katie Delaney - Drink

Wine can be intimidating. Sometimes, even with your nose buried deep in that glass and your olfactory nerve working hard, it’s hard to say what you mean when it comes to wine. For that matter, (especially after a glass or two), sometimes it’s hard to muster up any words at all.. Read more

Old World vs. New World Labels, Plus An Old World Cheat Sheet!

7/30/2014 - - Drink

Did you know that 18 different grape varieties can be used in a bottle of Châteauneuf-du-Pape? Or that Burgundy wines are actually labeled as Bourgogne even though everyone calls it "Burgundy"? Or, that Super Tuscans are considered some of the best quality wines coming out of Tuscany, but that they aren't allowed to us.. Read more

Wine Pairing Guide: All Types of Burgers

7/28/2014 - - Food

Burgers are a summer staple for any BBQ or backyard meal. Whether you call yourself vegetarian, pescetarian, carnivore, paleo... there's a burger out there for you.. Read more

The 9 Most Common Wine Mistakes

7/24/2014 - - Drink

Getting the most out of each bottle is important. Avoid these common mistakes to make sure you're getting the best glass possible. 1.. Read more

How One Man Changed the World of Wine

7/23/2014 - - Drink

Robert Parker is considered to be one of the most influential people in the wine world and is famous for creating the 100 point wine rating system. He has had an a huge affect on how people drink, talk about, and most importantly, make wine.. Read more

Club W Employee Favorites for July

7/21/2014 - - Life

Here at the Club W headquarters (#clubwhq), we're a diverse bunch with just as many varying wine preferences. Not all of us are expert winos, and some of us are brand new to the wine world and just learning, but what everyone enjoys is experimenting and discovering new wines.. Read more

Why Not All Wine is Vegan

7/18/2014 - - Drink

We all know wine is made from grapes. But believe it or not, all wine isn't vegan (or even vegetarian). The products often used to fine and filter wine (which gives it that crystal clear color) are made from animal ingredients. If you ever see wine that is murky or cloudy, it is because the wine wasn’t filtered.. Read more