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Drink smarter

Short, practical guides from the shop floor — no snobbery, just what actually helps you pick a better bottle. Every guide points at the wines we have in stock right now.

Buying guides

What to buy for a budget, a meal or an occasion — with the bottles we have in stock right now.

Bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon on a bar counter

Buying guide

Best Cabernet Sauvignon Under $25

5 min read

Dinner table set with wine glasses and plates

Pairing basics

How to Pair Wine With Dinner

4 min read

Row of wine bottles lined up on a wooden shelf

Buying guide

How to Choose Wine Under $20

4 min read

Wine education

Grapes, styles, serving and storage, explained without the snobbery.

Grape guide

Cabernet Sauvignon: A Beginner's Guide

4 min read

Glass of red wine beside dark grapes and vine leaves

Wine education

Cabernet Sauvignon vs. Merlot

4 min read

Tasting flight of four wines on a barrel top

Wine education

Understanding Wine Ratings

4 min read

Wine glass overlooking quiet vineyard rows

Wine education

Old World vs. New World Wine

4 min read

Friends raising red wine glasses outdoors

Wine education

How Long Does Wine Last After Opening?

3 min read

Wine education

What Temperature Should Red Wine Be Served?

3 min read

Region guides

What each place does best and how to read its labels.

Wine glass overlooking Napa Valley vineyard rows

Region guide

Napa Valley Wine Guide

5 min read

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