We finally may be done with the 90-plus-degree fun-time weather for the year, which means it's now safe to indulge in some wines that will transition you into cooler weather. Of course, any wine can be enjoyed at any time of year, but we're standing by our transition concept. Viotti Albarossa and Cortese Piedmont, Italy Albarossa A unique wine to excite your taste buds! Don’t feel bad if you don’t recognize this grape; we hadn’t had it either. Albarossa is a cross between Barbera and Chartreuse and tastes like rustic, brambly fruit and forest herbs. Organic and natural. Pairings: [...]

If you're a sucker for a great wine label, there are some true winners this month, notably the Pomelado and the Lucky Tiger. If you're a sucker for great wines, our August Wines of the Month will keep you suspended in a state of what the scientists are calling "wine jubilance." The fact that they're all amazingly affordable just adds to the jubilance. Pomelado Orange Wine Castilla-La Mancha, Spain A very approachable and delicious orange wine. This Spanish orange wine is lively, fresh, and dry, with tantalizing notes of orange blossom, savory apple, citrus, almonds, grass, and a kiss [...]

As the summer heat intensifies, there's nothing quite like sipping on a chilled glass of wine to cool down. Whether you prefer a crisp Sauvignon Blanc, a delicate rosé, or a lighter, chillable red, these refreshing options are perfect for July gatherings. And we guarantee that there are grapes included here that you have never heard of, one of which would make a great name for a cat. Après Rosé of Mondeuse/Gamay Savoie, France Drink more wine from the mountains... If you've ever been curious about Swiss wine but find it too expensive and hard to find, TRY THIS! [...]

Spring is the time when every bottle of wine whispers, "I’m the reason you spring forward and not fall back." As the days get longer, so, most likely, does your wine list, because nothing says "spring cleaning" like making room in the fridge for more rosé. (Is spring cleaning still an actual thing?) And remember: We always maintain a glass-half-full attitude when it comes to drinking wine in spring, or as we like to call it, optimistically prepped for a top-off. Our Wines of the Month for May will have you embracing spring with all the ardor of a [...]

"A thousand cups of wine do not suffice when true friends meet, but half a sentence is too much when there is no meeting of minds." —Chinese Proverb We know that four or five of you — possibly up to seven — will be watching the Very Important Football Game™ on Sunday. Don't let anyone tell you that the VIFG™ is a beer-only event. People have been watching the VIFG™ while drinking wine for well over 600 years, and of course we didn't fact-check that claim so be sure to grab some of these very chuggable wines for the [...]